Patient's question:
What tests should be done for infant leukemia? The child has been in this condition for some time, and as parents, we are very worried. We hope the doctor can give us some advice.Doctor's answer:
Suspected leukemia requires two types of tests: First, a complete blood count (CBC). Through a CBC, it can be determined whether the number of white blood cells in a patient's peripheral blood is abnormal, whether the patient has anemia, and whether the number of platelets is abnormal. It can also detect whether there are immature cells in the peripheral blood. Second, bone marrow aspiration. Through bone marrow aspiration, it can be understood what proportion of leukemia cells are present in a patient's bone marrow cells. Bone marrow aspiration can also be used for cytological morphology, immunology, molecular biology, and cytogenetic testing.