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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

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What causes bone marrow cancer?

The causes are exactly not known however exposure to atomic radiation, certain viruses, including HIV, hepatitis, some retroviruses, and some herpes viruses. a suppressed immune system or plasma disorder. genetic conditions or a family history of bone marrow cancer

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What is a bone marrow aspiration?

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. A needle is inserted in the bone and then marrow is extracted which is known as bone marrow aspiration.

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How does anemia cause leukemia?

Anemia cannot cause leukemia but could be a sign of bone marrow that's not producing enough red blood cells

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Which doctor should I see for hemoglobin?

One can see a general practioner (GP) for low hemoglobin.

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What kind of anesthesia is used for a bone marrow biopsy?

A local anesthesia is used for sedation for bone marrow biopsy.

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