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
A local anesthesia is used for sedation for bone marrow biopsy.
No.Abnormal levels of white blood cells and abnormally low red blood cell or platelet counts can indicate leukemia.
Yes, one gets a local anesthesia before the bone marrow test to numb that area during aspriation/biopsy. Without the local anesthesia it will be very difficult to perform this test and it is also not advisable to do it without local anesthesia.
There can be many reasons for low hemoglobin they are certain medications, folate deficiency, vitamin B12 deficiency and long term chronic illnesses. If your hemoglobin is 10.3 then you must consult with a doctor and find out what is your reason?
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.
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