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plerixafor · Medicine question

Is plerixafor used for stem-cell collection in leukaemia?

iatroX medicinesPublished 21 August 2026Reviewed 21 August 2026

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Answer

It is not recommended for this purpose because it may mobilise leukaemic cells and contaminate the collected product.

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Plerixafor 20 mg/ml solution for injectionemc · SmPC Current selected SmPC · Version 2

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