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: Pathology
In DIC, which is/are seen -a)  Normal APTTb)  Increased PTc) Increased factor VIII d)  Decreased fibrinogene)  Decreased platelets 
Select and explain. 
A. abc, B. ade, C. ace, D. bde
D: bde
Answer: D: bde 
Explanation: Laboratory fmdings in DIC :         

Low platelet count.
Blood film shows microangiopathic haemolytic anaemia. There is presence of fragmented R.B.C. due to damage caused by trapping and passage through fibrin thrombi.
PT, thrombin time, and Activated Partial thromboplastin time all are prolonged.
Plasma fibrinogen level decreased.
Fibrin degradation product (FDPS) are raised.
Factor V and factor VIII decreased in concentration.