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What is the purpose of a hemoglobin test?

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What is the purpose of a hemoglobin test?

Hemoglobin tests are a part of complete blood count. They are done to check for anemia, a condition in which your body has fewer blood cells than normal.

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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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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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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What do myelocytes in the blood mean?

Myelocytes along with metamyelocytes and promyelocytes,are the precursors of neutrophils,the largest class of white blood cell. These immature neutrophils are normally found only in the bone marrow. In the blood, metamyelocytes are the most often observed, accompanied by a few myelocytes.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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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 09 Dec 2024

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