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In the presence of pancytopenia, what does bone marrow analysis help rule out?
In the presence of pancytopenia, what does bone marrow analysis help rule out?
- Anemia
- Leukemia (correct)
- Thrombocytopenia
- Hemophilia
What is the primary function of bone marrow?
What is the primary function of bone marrow?
- Destruction of blood cells
- Storage of blood cells
- Production of blood cells (correct)
- Filtration of blood cells
Where is the usual site of puncture for bone marrow aspiration in adults?
Where is the usual site of puncture for bone marrow aspiration in adults?
- Sternum
- Tibia
- Spinous process of the lumbar vertebrae (correct)
- Iliac crest
What is the bone marrow examination a valuable tool for in hematologic disorders?
What is the bone marrow examination a valuable tool for in hematologic disorders?
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In which population group is bone marrow usually collected from the iliac crest or tibia?
In which population group is bone marrow usually collected from the iliac crest or tibia?
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