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jman1234

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A technologist is reviewing a patient's blood smear. She notices that 85 blasts are present but is having a difficult time identifying the lineage. Cytochemical staining is subsequently performed, and the results for MPO, SBB, NSE, and PAS are negative.
 
  Based on this information, what is the most likely lineage of the unknown blasts?
 
  a. T lymphoid
  b. B lymphoid
  c. Erythroid
  d. Myeloid

Question 2

A 5-year-old patient has been diagnosed with Pre-B-cell ALL. Routine cytogenetic analysis confirms the presence of the Philadelphia chromosome. What does this mean for the patient?
 
  a. The patient is in remission.
  b. The patient has relapsed.
  c. The patient has a poor prognosis.
  d. More aggressive treatment is needed.


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briezy

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

Correct Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: C


jman1234

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Reply 2 on: Jun 25, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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