Leukapheresis
Leukapheresis
Removing excess white blood cells using an apheresis machine.
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What is leukapheresis?
Blood is drawn into an apheresis machine that separates out white blood cells. The excess white cells are removed and the rest of the blood is returned to you.
When is it used?
Leukapheresis is used in specific situations, for example when the white blood cell count is dangerously high in some blood cancers. Whether it is suitable is a decision for your haematologist.
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