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Bone Marrow Aspiration
What is a Bone Marrow Aspiration? Bone Marrow Aspiration is a diagnostic medical procedure involving the extraction of the fluid portion of bone marrow. Bone Marrow Aspiration allows doctors to examine, monitor, and diagnose blood and marrow diseases such as certain cancers.
How is Bone Marrow Aspiration Performed?
A bone marrow aspiration is an outpatient procedure performed by a specially trained technician or healthcare provider. During the procedure, a hollow needle is inserted into the soft tissue of the bone to withdraw a small sample of the liquid portion of the bone marrow. This sample is typically withdrawn from the pelvis (hip bone) via the lower back area. Before the procedure, the healthcare provider administers a local anesthetic or mild sedation to reduce patient discomfort.
What are the risks and benefits of Bone Marrow Aspiration?
A bone marrow sample gives healthcare providers access to important diagnostic information that is not typically accessible through standard blood tests. A doctor may request a Bone Marrow Aspiration to:
- Diagnose or determine the stage or progression of a disease
- Assess iron levels and blood cell production
- Monitor treatment of disease
- Investigate unexplained fever
Although bone marrow aspiration is considered a safe procedure, there are some known risks and side effects:
- Allergic reaction to anesthesia
- Bleeding
- Infection
Source: https://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/benign-tumors-causes-treatments#1
