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Does a cbc blood test detect cancer? specifically lymphoma?

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CBC & Lymphoma: There are a few lymphomas which can be detected on a CBC but most will not show up that way. In other words, if your CBC is normal doesn't mean you don't have lymphoma. A biopsy of any enlarged lymph node is suggested.

Dr Puppala agreed

Answered 6/17/2017

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