Bone Marrow - Ex 1

Question 1

When do we want BM sampling

Answer 1

1. Unexplained cytopenia
2. Pancytopenia
3. Abnormal cell morphologies
4. Abnormal cell populations/reactions

BM aspiration may also be used to diagnosing, staging, or monitoring neoplasia

Question 2

Aspiration

Answer 2

Better ID and evaluation of individual cell morphology

Faster TAT

Question 3

Core Biopsy

Answer 3

More accurate in determining true cellularity of the bone marrow

Better at discerning some conditions such as fibrosis and amyloidosis

May be more sensitive in detecting infiltrative disorders

Question 4

Diagnostic Steps in notes

Answer 4

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