Bone Marrow Aspiration

  • Proficient in performing Bone Marrow Aspiration procedures to obtain diagnostic samples for hematological evaluation and guide appropriate treatment strategies effectively.

Bone Marrow Aspiration

Bone Marrow Aspiration is a medical procedure used to collect a sample of bone marrow for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. It involves inserting a needle into the bone marrow cavity and withdrawing a small amount of liquid bone marrow along with cells for examination.

What is the use?

  • Diagnostic Evaluation: Bone Marrow Aspiration is commonly used to diagnose various hematological disorders, including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, and aplastic anemia. Examination of the bone marrow sample allows healthcare providers to assess the production and maturation of blood cells and identify any abnormalities or malignancies.
  • Staging of Cancer: In cases of known or suspected cancer, Bone Marrow Aspiration helps determine the extent or stage of the disease by evaluating whether cancer cells have spread to the bone marrow.
  • Assessment of Treatment Response: Bone Marrow Aspiration may be performed during or after treatment for hematological disorders to assess the response to therapy and monitor disease progression. Changes in the composition of bone marrow cells can indicate whether treatment is effective or if adjustments are necessary.
  • Evaluation of Anemia and Other Blood Disorders: Bone Marrow Aspiration is valuable in investigating the underlying causes of unexplained anemia, thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), or leukopenia (low white blood cell count). Examination of the bone marrow sample helps identify abnormalities in blood cell production or maturatio
  • Stem Cell Harvesting: Bone Marrow Aspiration is also used in hematopoietic stem cell transplantation procedures, where healthy stem cells are collected from the bone marrow of a donor or the patient themselves for transplantation into individuals with certain blood cancers or bone marrow disorders.

How does it work?

During Bone Marrow Aspiration, the patient typically lies on their side or abdomen, and the skin over the puncture site (usually the hip bone or sternum) is cleaned and numbed with a local anesthetic. A special needle is then inserted into the bone marrow cavity, and a syringe is used to withdraw a small amount of liquid bone marrow along with cellular material. The procedure is performed under sterile conditions to minimize the risk of infection. Once the sample is collected, it is sent to a laboratory for analysis by a hematologist or pathologist. Bone Marrow Aspiration is generally well-tolerated and associated with minimal discomfort and risks.