Coomb&;s positive hemolytic anemia associated with –
Correct Answer: SLE
Description: <p>Warm antibody autoimmune hemolytic anemia may occur as a complication of an underlying disease of immume system such as SLE.In this condition ,human red cells are coated with Ig G antibodies which are reactive at room temperature.In SLE, direct & indirect coomb&;s test will be positive suggesting presence of warm antibodies on the red cell, best detected at 37 degree celsius .</p><p>Harsh mohan textbook of pathology sixth edition pg no 312</p>
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