26th July 2024

A patient has been referred to the haematology clinic with unexplained anaemia and thrombocytosis

A patient has been referred to the haematology clinic with unexplained anaemia and thrombocytosis. On reviewing the patient’s blood film, you notice nucleated red blood cells and immature white cells. You attempt to perform a bone marrow aspirate, but you get a ‘dry tap’. What is the most likely underlying diagnosis?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.