Online Doctor Consultation & Medicines
  • Login
  1. Home
  2. Lab-Tests specific Q&A
  3. Hemoglobin
  4. Bone Marrow

  5. Can leukemia be diagnosed through a blood test?

Can leukemia be diagnosed through a blood test?

Can leukemia be diagnosed through a blood test?

Yes leukemia can be diagnosed through a blood test. Your doctor will conduct a complete blood count to detect leukemic cells.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Share

Related Questions

What is pancytopenia?

If you have leukemia, your blood cells count will likely show higher than usual levels of white blood cells, which include leukemic cells. You may also have lower than usual red blood cell and platelet cell counts. If all three types are low, this is known as pancytopenia

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Share

What are the normal ranges for blood test results?

A normal hemoglobin level is 13.2-16.6 grams per deciliter (g/dL) for males and 11.6-15 g/dL for females. If your hemoglobin levels are very low and you must consult a doctor immediately. Consider Apollo247 for quick consultation.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Share

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 10 May 2023

Share

Can multiple blood tests cause anemia?

Though it is very rare, yes several blood sample withdrawal especially during the hospital stay can cause latrogenic anemia.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Share

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 10 May 2023

Share

Hemoglobin

Hb Test, Hb

  • Reports: Same Day
  • No preparation required
book a lab test

Get medicines delivered in 2 hrs

Access past pharmacy bills for easy reorder.