Diagnosing MPNs begins with blood tests, followed by bone marrow biopsies and imaging, if needed, to confirm the diagnosis and assess disease progression.
The three types of MPNs include:
- Essential Thrombocythemia (ET): An overproduction of platelets
- Polycythemia Vera (PV): A higher-than-expected red blood cell mass (hematocrit)
- Myelofibrosis (MF): An advanced bone marrow failure state with scarring or fibrosis of the bone marrow
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- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Checks for abnormal blood cell counts.
- Bone Marrow Biopsy: Assesses bone marrow function and fibrosis.
- Biomarker Testing: Laboratory testing that identifies certain gene mutations, proteins, chromosomal abnormalities, and/or other molecular changes that are unique to an individual’s disease.
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Tools to help you feel activated and connect with resources to overcome barriers to accessing care.
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- Navigating MPN Care
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- [ACT]IVATED MPN Patient Vignettes
- [ACT]IVATED MPN Resources
Provides the knowledge to actively participate in care decisions and understand support resources available.
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- Tips and Advice for Myelofibrosis Patient Self-Advocacy
- Understanding Myelofibrosis Treatments and Treatment Decisions
- ELEVATE Myelofibrosis Resources
Provides tools and actions for shared decision making and tips for navigating MPN treatment decisions.
Topics:
- Understanding Myeloproliferative Neoplasms
- Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment Options
Will help you understand the importance of essential biomarker testing before key decisions are made in your care—including following a reoccurrence.
Topics:
- Understanding MPNs and Testing
- MPN Treatment Decisions
- INSIST! MPN Resources
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Topics:
- Understanding MPN Lab Tests and Monitoring
- MPN Treatment Decisions
- MPN Clinical Trials and Research
- Lifestyle and Mindfulness Tools for People with an MPN
Provides actionable advice and downloadable materials to help you communicate clearly and effectively with your MPN healthcare team.
Topics:
- Understanding MPN and MPN Subtypes
- MPN Treatment Types and Treatment Decisions
- Planning for Your MPN Doctor’s Office Visit
- Pro-Active MPN Patient Toolkit Resources
