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What are the referral criteria for a patient with suspected leukaemia to a haematology specialist?
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Guideline-Aligned (High Confidence)
Generated by iatroX. Developer: Dr Kola Tytler MBBS CertHE MBA MRCGP (General Practitioner).
Last reviewed: 16 August 2025
Refer children and young people for immediate specialist assessment for leukaemia if they have unexplained petechiae, hepatosplenomegaly, or full blood count results suggestive of leukaemia 1.
Offer a very urgent full blood count (within 48 hours) to assess for leukaemia in children and young people with persistent fatigue, unexplained fever, unexplained persistent infection, pallor, or generalized lymphadenopathy 1.
In adults, refer for immediate specialist assessment if they have full blood count results suggestive of leukaemia 1.
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