Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy are typically performed together, constituting a crucial aspect of bone marrow examination. The bone marrow, found within larger bones, is responsible for producing blood cells.
The primary purposes of this procedure include:
Diagnosis: It helps identify diseases affecting the bone marrow or blood cells.
Cancer Staging: Essential in determining the stage of cancer.
Treatment Evaluation: Assessing the effectiveness of disease treatments.
Iron Levels: Checking iron levels in the body.
Fever Investigation: Studying the cause of unexplained fevers.
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