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How is acute lymphoblastic leukaemia diagnosed?

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Dr Karen Gunther, a clinical haematologist, explains how acute lymphoblastic leukaemia is diagnosed.

This episode is brought to you by Word for Word Media, publishers of Oncology Buddies and Buddies for Life in the interest of education, awareness, and support.

Dr Karen Gunther ((MBChB Cum Laude (UCT), MMED Cum Laude (Haematology)(Wits)) is a clinical haematologist. She is currently one of the Directors of SAOC, is on the executive of SACHaS, and has been involved in the development haematology treatment protocols of the SAOC and ICON groups.
31 Jul 2024 English South Africa Health & Fitness

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