What laboratory tests would be most critical for establishing the patients diagnosis?
A CBC with examination of the peripheral blood smear. Peripheral blood smear examination is strongly recommended for all medical students and residents who are managing newly diagnosed patients with hematopoietic malignancies. (Seeing these cases is the only way to make you proficient at diagnosis.
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