Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the COVID-19 vaccination?
A. The usage of AstraZeneca’s vaccine creates rare blood clots for certain categories of people.
B. In heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), where heparin, which is used to clear clots, actually causes blood clots and a fall in the platelet count.
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
Explanation:
Reports of rare blood clots occurring after COVID-19 vaccination have led some countries to limit the usage of AstraZeneca’s vaccine for certain categories of people, while other countries have paused the administration. The effect is similar to heparin-induced thrombocytopenia (HIT), where heparin, which is used to clear clots, actually causes blood clots and a fall in the platelet count.
