Understanding Blasts in Paediatric Blood Smears

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This guide explores the critical aspects of peripheral blood smear review, focusing on blast detection and its implications in urgent clinical decisions, particularly in paediatrics. It details the core morphology of blasts, differentiating between lymphoblasts and myeloblasts, and highlights common mimics in children. The document also covers various types of acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) blasts, practical smear review techniques, and the importance of follow-up testing to ensure accurate...