Various tests can be performed to help diagnose leukemia in a patient. The following three methods are the most common:
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Usually used to check for possible lumps, abnormalities or certain leukemia symptoms in patients. This examination usually involves a thorough revision of the patient's medical history, family history, and any risk factors that may be present on the patient. After the examination is completed, blood tests are usually performed.
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For example, the CBC [Complete Blood Count] test can detect leukemia by determining the number of red and white blood cells and platelets [small, round, thin blood cells that help thicken blood flow from the incision by thickening]. , viscous], the number of red blood cells that make up a blood sample, and the amount of hemoglobin in the blood.
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Peripheral blood smears [a thin layer of blood [stained] applied to microscope slides, allowing microscopic examination of cells] to determine the presence of "blast cells", which will reveal the type and number of white blood cells. Existing, can also be used.
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Cytogenetic analysis of blood can be used to examine any changes in lymphocyte chromosomes, as well as other blood tests to observe the function of body organs.
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Fine needles are typically inserted into the hip or sternum to remove bone samples or bone marrow for microscopy in the laboratory [bone marrow aspiration [most common]]. Pathologists usually check the sample for signs of cancer.
Other forms of biopsy may include:
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Lymph node biopsy - depending on the type of leukemia suspect [the lymph nodes are removed for pathologists to check].
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Lumbar puncture/spinal puncture - is the place to remove spinal fluid from the vertebrae of the spine, examined by a pathologist.
Other procedures in the biopsy process may include:
CT scan, X-ray, MRI [magnetic resonance imaging] and ultrasound scan.
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