MSRA: Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia Flashcards
1
Q
Which cells proliferate causing acute lymphoblastic leukaemia?
A
Lymphoid progenitor cells
2
Q
What are the symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukaemia?
A
Anaemia - fatigue, dizziness Thrombocytopenia - purpura and petechiae Recurrent and severe infections Fever Splenomegaly Lymphadenopathy
3
Q
What are the FBC results in ALL?
A
Anaemia
Thrombocytopenia
WCC raised due to detection of blast cells