If a laboratory needs to perform a bone marrow procedure, where is the specimen most likely to be taken?

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The most common site for a bone marrow aspiration and biopsy is the posterior iliac crest. This is because the iliac crest is a relatively flat bone with a thick outer cortex and a central trabecular core that provides easy access to the bone marrow. The other sites listed (clavicle, femur, wrist) are not typically used for bone marrow procedures due to accessibility or other factors.

If a Laboratory Needs to Perform a Bone Marrow Procedure