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Can blood tests cause anemia in children?

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Can blood tests cause anemia in children?

No, single blood tests cannot cause anemia in children.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Why is the bone marrow test done for anemia?

Doctors perform a bone marrow test to ascertain bone marrow diseases primarily. However, it also helps in knowing what amount of healthy cells are making healthy blood cells to rule out chronic cases of anemia or thrombocytopenia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Where does the bone marrow occur in our body?

Bone marrow is found in the center of most bones and has many blood vessels. There are two types of bone marrow: red and yellow. Red marrow contains blood stem cells that can become red blood cells, white blood cells, or platelets. Yellow marrow consists of fat and stem cells that produce cartilage and bones in the body.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Is it reasonable to be sedated during a bone marrow biopsy?

Yes, one gets a local anesthesia before the bone marrow test to numb that area during aspriation/biopsy. Without the local anesthesia it will be very difficult to perform this test and it is also not advisable to do it without local anesthesia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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How to test bone marrow?

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.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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Can multiple blood tests cause anemia?

Though it is very rare, yes several blood sample withdrawal especially during the hospital stay can cause latrogenic anemia.

Last updated on 12 Dec 2024

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