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@panamsandy Doctor's seem to push for this test and if you are looking for a diagnosis, your labs can usually do that. I have PV JAK2 and my doctor offered me this test and said some patients need the confirmation of diagnosis. I asked if it would change my treatment at all and he said no and was fine with me not having
The bone marrow test.

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@nypara66 Same with me. I just have quarterly blood tests. My platelets stay between 450-500. I only take a baby aspirin as I am symptom free.