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Can blood tests cause anemia in children?

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Can blood tests cause anemia in children?

No, single blood tests cannot cause anemia in children.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How does a bone marrow transplant work?

A bone marrow transplant involves taking cells that are normally found in the bone marrow (stem cells), filtering those cells, and giving them back either to the donor (patient) or to another person. The transplant is a part of special therapy that is given to save lives of cancer patients and certain other diseases.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What is bone marrow, and why is it important?

Bone marrow is found in the center of most bones and has many blood vessels. There are two types of bone marrow: red and yellow. Red marrow contains blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. Yellow marrow consists of fat and stem cells that produce cartilage and bones in the body.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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If a person has cancer, can he/she have a normal blood test?

No.Abnormal levels of white blood cells and abnormally low red blood cell or platelet counts can indicate leukemia.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why is the bone marrow test done for anemia?

Doctors perform a bone marrow test to ascertain bone marrow diseases primarily. However, it also helps in knowing what amount of healthy cells are making healthy blood cells to rule out chronic cases of anemia or thrombocytopenia.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Could anemia be diagnosed from CBC test results?

Yes anemia can be diagnosed through a blood test. Your doctor will conduct a complete blood count to detect how your cells are functioning normally and carrying oxygen to all parts of the body.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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