This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine
Disseminated intravascular coagulation ( DIC) differs from thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura. In this reference the DIC is most likely characterized by - 
Select and explain. 
A. Significant numbers of schistocytes, B. A brisk reticulocytosis, C. Decreased coagulation factor levels, D. Significant thrombocytopenia
C: Decreased coagulation factor levels
Answer: C: Decreased coagulation factor levels 
Explanation: None