The Bone Marrow Test Explained

The bone marrow test is one of most mysterious and dreaded tests for lymphoma patients. Many individuals are not adequately informed on the need and the procedure of the test. Others feel unnerved at the thought of being pricked and the pain that it may cause.

Here are answers to four commonly asked questions on the bone marrow test:

• What is the bone marrow test?
• Why is a bone marrow test required?
• What are the steps of a bone marrow biopsy or aspiration?
• What does the bone marrow report show?