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Thrombocythaemia (Essential)

Diagnosis and management of high platelets.

Reviewed by Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner)
Last reviewed: 21 October 2025
Haematology

Clinical Guidelines

CKS: Platelets - abnormal counts and cancer
National
Investigation and Management of Adults and Children Presenting with Thrombocytosis
National
Modification of Diagnostic Criteria for Essential Thrombocythaemia
National
Pan-London Haemato-Oncology Clinical Guidelines
National
Modification of Diagnostic Criteria for Essential Thrombocythaemia
Local

Recent iatroX Q&As

  • What initial investigations should I perform to differentiate essential thrombocythaemia from secondary causes of thrombocytosis?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How should I manage a patient with essential thrombocythaemia who presents with a history of recurrent thrombosis?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What are the indications for referral to a haematologist in patients diagnosed with essential thrombocythaemia?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • What lifestyle modifications should I recommend to patients with essential thrombocythaemia to reduce their risk of complications?Updated: 8/16/2025
  • How often should I monitor platelet counts in patients diagnosed with essential thrombocythaemia?Updated: 8/16/2025
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