Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Bone Marrow Examination: Why, How, and What to Expect from the Pathologist.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Equine practice
- Year:
- 2020
- Authors:
- Bienzle, Dorothee
- Affiliation:
- Department of Pathobiology · Canada
Plain-English summary
This article explains why and how veterinarians take samples from the bone marrow, which is the spongy tissue inside bones where blood cells are made. It covers the steps involved in collecting these samples and preparing them for examination. The article also discusses what pet owners can expect from the pathologist's report after the samples are analyzed, including information about different types of leukemia (a type of cancer affecting blood cells) and what the future might look like for pets diagnosed with it. Overall, it aims to help pet owners understand the process and the potential outcomes related to bone marrow testing.
Abstract
This article describes the indications for sampling of bone marrow, the technical aspects of obtaining marrow core biopsies and aspirates, and the preparation of marrow smears. All aspects are illustrated with clinical cases. The information that can be expected from the pathologist's report of marrow samples is outlined, and the clinical features and prognosis of different types of leukemia are detailed.
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