Practice question

Answer the question and get instant feedback.

MediumHaematologyChronic Myeloid Leukaemia (CML)mrcp part 1ukmla

A 60-year-old man presents with a 6-month history of fatigue, weight loss, night sweats, and abdominal discomfort due to fullness. Examination reveals significant splenomegaly extending below the umbilicus. Full blood count shows: Hb 95 g/L, WCC 150 x10^9/L, Platelets 550 x10^9/L. The blood film report notes a marked left shift with presence of myelocytes, metamyelocytes, and occasional blasts. Cytogenetic analysis is pending but likely to show the Philadelphia chromosome. What is the most likely diagnosis?

Educational content. Not a substitute for clinical judgement or local policy.