Chronic Leukemia Flashcards

1
Q

What lab tests do we need to diagnose CML?

A

LAP test, and bone marrow examination

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2
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What is critical to diagnose CML?

A

Philadelphia chromosome

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3
Q

what is chronic myelomocytic leukemia?

A

Occurs in elderly men

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4
Q

When do we treat CML?

A

When WBC count exceeds 200,000/dl

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5
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What is the standard treatment for chronic phase CML?

A

TKI (tyrosine kinase inhibitor)

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