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What is the characteristic appearance of cells in hairy cell leukemia (HCL)?
Ovaloid nuclei and finely 'fraying' cytoplasm
What are the distinguishing features of hairy cell leukemia variant (HCL-V) compared to classic HCL?
HCL-V is more evenly divided between males and females, while classic HCL primarily affects men
Which symptom is commonly associated with hairy cell leukemia (HCL)?
Excessive sweating, especially at night
During a physical exam for hairy cell leukemia (HCL), what may the doctor be able to feel?
A swollen spleen or liver
What makes up approximately 2% of all leukemias?
Hairy cell leukemia (HCL)
Test your knowledge about hairy cell leukemia, a rare cancer of B cells that affects blood counts and bone marrow. Learn about the unique appearance of the cells under the microscope and its classification as a sub-type of chronic lymphoid leukemia.
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