Which types of cancer can be detected by a CBC blood test?
In the cancer care treatment, leukemia and lympomas can be detected by the CBC blood tests.
Last updated on 10 May 2023
Though it is very rare, yes several blood sample withdrawal especially during the hospital stay can cause latrogenic anemia.
No, single blood tests cannot cause anemia in children.
You need to consult a doctor preferably a general physician and get a bone marrow test done. A healthcare professional will insert a needle into the bone to take out a portion of the marrow present inside the bone.You may feel some pressure or brief pain while the sample is being taken. It helps in the diagnosis of cancers and several other bone marrow disorders.
A normal hemoglobin level is 13.2-16.6 grams per deciliter (g/dL) for males and 11.6-15 g/dL for females. If your hemoglobin levels are very low and you must consult a doctor immediately. Consider Apollo247 for quick consultation.
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