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What are the tests for aplastic anemia?
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Aplastic Anemia: First test which make you aware of aplastic anemia is complete blood count called cbc, which will show pancytopenia, means anemia, neutopenia and thrombocytopia.Then diagnosis is confirmed by bone marrow exam, it is used to rule out other causes of pancytopenialike myelofibrosis and neoplastic infiltration.Chemotherapy can cause transient pancytopenia.
Answered 8/1/2019
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Many: The most basic is the cbc, which will give you hemoglobin, hematocrit, white cell count, and platelet counts. An additional important test is a reticulocyte count which gives you the production index of red cells. Your doctor can advise you further, based on your symptoms and history. Hope this helps.
Answered 8/1/2019
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