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Awilson837

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on: Jun 25, 2018
What chromosomal translocation is associated with chronic myelogenous leukemia?
 
  a. t(9;22)
  b. t(6;14)
  c. t(1;22)
  d. t(9;14)

Question 2

What laboratory tests are used to diagnose and classify leukemia?
 
  a. Microscopic evaluation of peripheral blood and bone marrow
  b. Cytochemical staining and immunologic study of bone marrow cells
  c. Cytogenetic techniques
  d. All of the above


mrphibs

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Reply #1 on: Jun 25, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: A
The translocation t(9;22) was one of the first genetic abnormalities found in human cancers and is associated with chronic myelogenous leukemia.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
All of the techniques listed are used to diagnose and classify leukemia. Each plays an important part in the diagnostic workup.


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