List at least five indications for performing FISH analysis in patients suspected of having a hematolymphoid disorder
What will be an ideal response?
Answer:
Confirm or establish a diagnosis of leukemia and/or lymphoma
Predict the response to specific agents such as tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Confirm or predict the accelerated phase of CML
Confirm or establish remission and monitor MRD
Aid in the diagnosis and prognosis of MDS
Evaluate a BM transplant for donor versus recipient cells and possible recurrence of the original neoplasm
Evaluate clonal evolution, which portends a more aggressive phase of the disease
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