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Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (Noun)

Meaning

Acute leukemia characterized by proliferation of immature lymphoblast-like cells in bone marrow, lymph nodes, spleen, and blood; most common in children.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

  • The patient was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia after a series of blood tests and bone marrow biopsies revealed an abnormal proliferation of lymphoblasts.
  • Acute lymphoblastic leukemia is the most common type of cancer in children, accounting for nearly a third of all pediatric cancer cases.
  • The doctor explained that the symptoms of acute lymphoblastic leukemia, such as fatigue and weight loss, can be similar to those of other conditions, making diagnosis challenging.
  • Researchers are working to develop more effective treatments for acute lymphoblastic leukemia, including targeted therapies and immunotherapies.
  • The prognosis for acute lymphoblastic leukemia has improved significantly in recent decades, with cure rates now exceeding 80% in some cases.

Synonyms

  • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia

Hypernyms

  • Acute Leukemia
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