The patient is admitted to the hospital after fainting at home. Blood tests reveal a hypochromic, microcytic anemia with a large amount of fetal hemoglobin. Thrombocytopenia is noted as well. The lymph nodes, spleen, and liver are all within normal limits for size and consistency. A blood transfusion and platelet transfusion are administered, with less than expected results. The nurse anticipates administering antithymocyte globulin in response to which result?   

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