Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia: Diagnosis & Tests (ALL)

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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia

Alternate Names : ALL

Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

Diagnosis of ALL begins with a medical history and physical exam. Samples of blood and bone marrow cells taken during a biopsy are examined for a buildup of immature cells, called lymphoblasts, and abnormal lymph cells.

Afterward, other tests are done to evaluate the extent of the disease, such as:

blood tests

scans of the brain and body to check for any tumor masses, bone weakness, or bleeding sites

spinal tap

tests to check the functions of organs such as the kidneys, liver, heart, and lungs

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Author: Thomas Fisher, MD
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 08/01/01

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