Ms. J presents to her physician’s office with complaints of extreme fatigue, weight loss, night sweats and sometimes has a low-grade fever. Her physician determines she has chronic leukemia.

Ms. J presents to her physician’s office with complaints of extreme fatigue, weight loss, night sweats and sometimes has a low-grade fever. Her physician determines she has chronic leukemia.

Compare and contrast the two main types of chronic leukemia including clinical manifestations. (10 points)

She states that she has heard there is a genetic marker that can be used to diagnose leukemia. What is this genetic marker? (1 point)

What other blood cell related problems are often seen in patients with chronic leukemia?

(4 points)

Explain why this individual is more susceptible to infections? (2 points)

What organs may be infiltrated with leukemic cells? (3 points)