Question 1

adult male,bone marrow biopsy show erythroid hyperplasia
rbc borderline on high side,thrombocytopenia fluctuate,
splenomegaly,negative for infections.

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CBC Results: If you can send us the complete blood count (CBC) report which includes Hb, WBC, Platelet counts done from 2 different dates, we can tell you if there is anything serious or how to manage your concerns. WE need to know the number of platelets(Count). RBC numbers are not useful...instead we use hemoglobin as a better test to reflect any problems with RBCs.

Question 2

is a bone marrow biopsy painful?

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Yes and no: Any biopsy will be painful but in the hands of an experienced doctor and proper sedation (local novocaine) it can be a much more tolerable process. Pain killers such as tylenol (acetaminophen) afterwards for 24-58 hours can be a help too.

Question 3

what amount is a bone marrow biopsy?

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Bone marrow biopsy?: I am not clear what you are asking--do you want to know how much bone marrow is removed during a bone marrow biopsy?
Generally, 5-15 cc's of marrow is removed during a bone marrow aspiration and then a 2-3 cm small piece of the bone marrow is removed for the biopsy.

If you were trying to get other information please add a more detailed question.

Question 4

does a bone marrow biopsy cause pain?

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Yes: A bone marrow biopsy unfortunately can be a painful procedure.  It is only performed when the benefits outweigh the risks, however.

Question 5

when do you need a bone marrow biopsy?

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Blood disorders: A number of blood disorders like undiagnosed anemia, leukemia, high red cell count, low white cell or platelet count may warrant a bone marrow biopsy. See this site for more info.

http://www.webmd.com/cancer/bone-marrow-aspiration-and-biopsy

Question 6

what is a bone marrow biopsy done for ?

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Blood disorders: To diagnose blood disorders, sometimes infections, malignancies. Also used for follow-up.

Question 7

when would a bone marrow biopsy be needed?

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BLOOD DISEASES: Blood diseases like anemia.Leukopenia/leukocytosis, low/high platelet count staging of cancer  are common conditions needing bone marrow biopsy.

Question 8

what is the definition or description of: bone marrow biopsy?

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Needle biopsy. : A bone marrow biopsy is taken from the pelvic bone.  A coring needle is advanced into the bone, which allows one to extract a sliver of the bone marrow, the red part of the bone.  It is cut and viewed under a microscope.  A bone marrow aspirate, obtained with a syringe, is usually bone at the same time.  These are done to diagnose blood problems or to check for tumors in people with known cancer.

Question 9

could you be sedated for a bone marrow biopsy?

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Yes...: There is no reason not to be sedated and comfortable.

Question 10

will i need time off work after a bone marrow biopsy?

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Not likely: The site of biopsy will be sore for a day or two, but you should be able to return to work the day after. More important for your ability to work may be the reason for which you need bone marrow biopsy.

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