MSRA: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Flashcards

1
Q

Which cells proliferate causing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia?

A

Lymphoid progenitor cells

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2
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What are the symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia?

A
Anaemia - fatigue, dizziness
Thrombocytopenia - purpura and petechiae
Recurrent and severe infections
Fever
Splenomegaly
Lymphadenopathy
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3
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What are the FBC results in ALL?

A

Anaemia
Thrombocytopenia
WCC raised due to detection of blast cells

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