Diffuse large B cell lymphoma laboratory tests

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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sowminya Arikapudi, M.B,B.S. [2]

Overview

Laboratory tests helpful in the diagnosis of diffuse large B cell lymphoma include complete blood count, LDH, and lymph node biopsy

Laboratory Tests

Laboratory studies include

• Complete blood count
• Serum lactate dehydrogenase (LDH)
• Comprehensive metabolic panel
• Lymph node or extranodal tissue biopsy
• CT chest/abdominal/pelvic with oral and intravenous contrast (unless co-existent renal insufficiency)
• MUGA scan or echocardiograms are recommended when anthracyclines and anthracenedione containing regimens are used
• Bone marrow biopsy with or without aspirate is essential in all cases where treatment is considered; however, there are circumstances where it may be deferred
• Hepatitis B testing prior to initiation of treatment in all patients who will receive anti CD20 monoclonal antibody-based regimens and anyone with a risk factor
• Hepatitis C testing is needed in high-risk patients

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