Summary

• Leukaemia is a group of cancers that affect the blood.
• The types of leukaemia are named according to the type of cells affected and how quickly the cancer grows.
• The symptoms of leukaemia are like those of other common conditions.
• There are a lot of new medicines for leukaemia, including targeted therapy and immunotherapy.

These key facts are from healthdirect.gov.au (accessed 28 Jan 2025). Visit the healthdirect website for more information about leukaemia.

Relevant Tests

If your doctor suspects you have leukaemia, they may request one or more tests.

If you are diagnosed with leukaemia, some of these tests will be used to monitor and manage your condition.

Find information about specific tests:

• Full blood count
• Bone marrow biopsy