Patient's question:
Suspected leukemia, what tests are needed? The child has been in this condition for some time, and I dare not give them medicine. Please give some advice.Doctor's answer:
The specific tests for leukemia are as follows:1. Complete blood count. The three main indicators to focus on are white blood cell count, hemoglobin, and platelet count.
2. Bone marrow smear. Leukemia occurs due to problems with hematopoietic function in the bone marrow and other organs, so bone marrow smear is the primary basis for diagnosing leukemia. Bone marrow smear testing is essential. The principle is simple: 0.5 ml of bone marrow is collected and spread on a glass slide, then analyzed under a microscope. Bone marrow aspiration can be performed in the outpatient department and does not affect daily life.