Which of the following is a defining characteristic of myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS)?

a. One or more peripheral blood cytopenias
b. The presence of BCR/ABL1
c. Overproliferation of all myeloid elements
d. Dyslymphopoiesis


Correct Answer: A

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