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Does a typical cbc blood test provide early detection information about existance or non existance of lukemia (god forbids) ?

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Dr. Andrew Seibert answered

Specializes in Gastroenterology

Yes: Typically, an abnormal CBC is the first clue to leukemia. If suspected, more detailed blood tests can be done.

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/19/2017

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