Chronic Leukemia Flashcards
1
Q
What lab tests do we need to diagnose CML?
A
LAP test, and bone marrow examination
2
Q
What is critical to diagnose CML?
A
Philadelphia chromosome
3
Q
what is chronic myelomocytic leukemia?
A
Occurs in elderly men
4
Q
When do we treat CML?
A
When WBC count exceeds 200,000/dl
5
Q
What is the standard treatment for chronic phase CML?
A
TKI (tyrosine kinase inhibitor)