A member asked:

Bone marrow biopsy/aspiration (chronic cytopenias/fatigue) f/u appt delayed 4 karyotyping. is that usually to check cml or what else is possible? thx

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Karyotype important: There are many things that cause low counts. CML isn't one of them - that causes high counts. Getting the genetic testing is very important for making an accurate diagnosis no matter what the diagnosis. I always make my patients wait for that before they come in for their follow-up appointment. I know it's hard to wait, but it's better to get the full and accurate picture all at once.

Answered 12/7/2015

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