Leukemia
Leukemia ( 15 Questions)
Select all the appropriate diagnostic tests for leukemia.
"Chest x-ray." Chest x-rays are not typically used as diagnostic tests for leukemia. They are more relevant in assessing lung and chest conditions.
"Electrolyte levels." Electrolyte levels are relevant in leukemia because abnormal electrolyte levels can be a sign of complications or imbalances associated with the disease.
"Cytogenetic analysis." Cytogenetic analysis is a crucial diagnostic test for leukemia. It helps identify specific genetic abnormalities in leukemia cells, which can guide treatment decisions and prognosis.
"Lumbar puncture." A lumbar puncture (spinal tap) can be used in leukemia to evaluate the cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of leukemia cells. Leukemia can sometimes spread to the central nervous system, making this test important for diagnosis and staging.
"Urinalysis." Urinalysis is not a standard diagnostic test for leukemia. It is primarily used to assess kidney function and screen for urinary tract infections.
Choice A rationale:
"Chest x-ray." Chest x-rays are not typically used as diagnostic tests for leukemia.
They are more relevant in assessing lung and chest conditions.
Choice E rationale:
"Urinalysis." Urinalysis is not a standard diagnostic test for leukemia.
It is primarily used to assess kidney function and screen for urinary tract infections.
Choice B rationale:
"Electrolyte levels." Electrolyte levels are relevant in leukemia because abnormal electrolyte levels can be a sign of complications or imbalances associated with the disease.
Choice C rationale:
"Cytogenetic analysis." Cytogenetic analysis is a crucial diagnostic test for leukemia.
It helps identify specific genetic abnormalities in leukemia cells, which can guide treatment decisions and prognosis.
Choice D rationale:
"Lumbar puncture." A lumbar puncture (spinal tap) can be used in leukemia to evaluate the cerebrospinal fluid for the presence of leukemia cells.
Leukemia can sometimes spread to the central nervous system, making this test important for diagnosis and staging.