Acute Nonlymphocytic Leukemia: Diagnosis & Tests (Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, AML)

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Acute Nonlymphocytic Leukemia

Alternate Names : Acute Myelogenous Leukemia, AML

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

How is the disease diagnosed?

Diagnosis of ANLL begins with a medical history and physical exam. A blood sample is examined to see if it contains cancerous white cells. Also, the blood sample can be used for special genetic testing. A bone marrow biopsy can confirm that the person has ANLL.

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Author: Miriam P. Rogers, EdD, RN, AOCN, CNS
Reviewer: Adam Brochert, MD
Date Reviewed: 08/01/01

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