A patient is being tested for possible leukemia.With which diagnostic test should the nurse anticipate assisting?

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Although a simple complete blood count (CBC)often points toward the diagnosis,only bone marrow aspiration can show the extent of proliferation of the malignant WBCs and confirm the diagnosis of leukemia.B.D.Thoracentesis and arterial blood gases diagnose pulmonary problems A.Liver biopsy is used to detect liver cancer.

A Patient Is Being Tested for Possible Leukemia