How is cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) diagnosed?

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How is cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL) diagnosed?

  • Review of medical history
  • Physical examination with special attention to the number and type of skin lesions
  • Blood tests including complete blood count with differential, peripheral blood smear, and blood flow cytometry
  • Skin biopsy or sampling
  • Imaging tests such as computed tomography (CT) or positron emission tomography (PET)
  • Bone marrow or lymph node biopsy

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