Bone Marrow Extraction/harvesting
Bone marrow extraction, also known as bone marrow harvesting, is a process used to remove bone marrow from the body. It is done to collect the valuable stem cells contained within the bone marrow, which can be used to treat medical conditions such as leukaemia, aplastic anaemia and lymphoma. During the process, a needle is inserted into the patient’s hip bone or sternum to extract the bone marrow. The marrow is then strained and the cells separated so that the stem cells can be collected for use in transplantation. Bone marrow extraction is an invaluable procedure for treating these disorders, as it can give patients the chance to rebuild their immune system and create healthy new cells.
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