Luuydinpunktioilla

Luuydinpunktioilla is a Finnish term that translates to "bone marrow puncture" or "bone marrow biopsy" in English. This medical procedure involves the withdrawal of a small sample of bone marrow from a bone, typically the iliac crest (hip bone) or the sternum (breastbone). It is a diagnostic tool used to evaluate the health and composition of bone marrow, which is responsible for producing blood cells.

The procedure is generally performed under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort. A special needle is inserted into the bone, and a small amount of marrow is aspirated. This sample is then sent to a laboratory for analysis. Pathologists examine the cells for abnormalities in their number, size, shape, and maturity.

Luuydinpunktioilla is crucial for diagnosing a variety of conditions affecting the blood and bone marrow. These include anemias, leukemias, lymphomas, multiple myeloma, and other blood cancers. It can also help in staging cancers that have spread to the bone marrow, assessing the effectiveness of treatments, and investigating unexplained fevers or low blood counts. The results of the bone marrow examination provide valuable information for medical professionals to make an accurate diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan for the patient.