can a cbc test detect leukemia
The test also measures hemoglobin (a protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen) and hematocrit (the ratio of red blood cells to plasma). A CBC can be used to detect a variety of conditions, including leukemia, anemia and infection. Also, since some cancer treatments can temporarily lower blood counts, our cancer doctors often use CBC tests throughout treatment to closely monitor a patientâs blood counts. Learn more about leukemia cancer diagnostics.