MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

Detailed explanation-1: -The bone marrow fluid (aspirate) and tissue sample (biopsy) are usually collected from the top ridge of the back of a hipbone (posterior iliac crest). Sometimes, the front of the hip may be used.

Detailed explanation-2: -(A) The posterior iliac crest is the preferred site for bone marrow aspiration and biopsy in adults.

Detailed explanation-3: -A procedure in which a small sample of bone marrow is removed, usually from the hip bone, breastbone, or thigh bone. A small area of skin and the surface of the bone underneath are numbed with an anesthetic. Then, a special wide needle is pushed into the bone.

Detailed explanation-4: -The posterior iliac crest is a readily accessible site for bone marrow aspiration that is safe [1]. In general, for biopsy and clinical diagnosis, clinicians collect bone marrow from posterior and anterior iliac crest and lumbar pedicle.

Detailed explanation-5: -The most common bone marrow biopsy site is the back of your hip bone (posterior iliac crest).