A patient's CBC revealed the following: marked leukocytosis with an increased number of immature granulocytes.A few promyelocytes and blasts were seen.There were also an increased number of eosinophils and basophils with rare immature forms.The hemoglobin and hematocrit were normal but platelets were slightly decreased.Which is disorder is associated with these findings?

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The marked leukocytosis with an increased number of immature granulocytes in addition to the presence of promyelocytes and blasts are indicative of a myeloproliferative disorder. The increased number of eosinophils and basophils with rare immature forms further support a diagnosis of chronic myeloid leukemia (CML). The slightly decreased platelet count is also commonly seen in patients with CML. A leukemoid reaction would not typically show the presence of blasts and promyelocytes, and severe infection would not typically show eosinophilia or basophilia. CIMF is a similar disorder, but would typically have a lower platelet count and higher proportion of immature granulocytes.

A Patient's CBC Revealed the Following: Marked Leukocytosis with an Increased