Blast Cell

The most immature cells are called myeloblasts (or blasts). The percentage of blasts in the bone marrow or blood is particularly important. Having at least 20% blasts in the marrow or blood is generally required for a diagnosis of AML. The CBC may show abnormally high or abnormally low white blood cell counts. In addition, there may be abnormalities of the red blood cells or platelets. In some cases, there may be blasts (immature white blood cells) present in the CBC. In most cases, the diagnosis of leukemia is confirmed by a bone marrow biopsy.

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