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

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 10 May 2023

Can blood tests cause anemia in children?

No, single blood tests cannot cause anemia in children.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Which doctor should I see for hemoglobin?

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

Last updated on 10 May 2023

What is the meaning of 'MPN' in a blood test result?

MPN stands for myeloproliferative neoplasms. MPN is diagnosed by examining samples of your blood and bone marrow. Sometimes the diagnosis of MPN is only made when other causes of altered blood count have been excluded.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

Is it reasonable to be sedated during a bone marrow biopsy?

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.

Last updated on 10 May 2023

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