Leukapheresis Uses Side Effects Procedure Results
Leukapheresis can be used to reduce an excessively high white blood cell (WBC) count caused by diseases like leukemia. It can also be used to harvest white blood cells that can later be returned to someone whose WBC has dropped due to chemotherapy. Leukapheresis is also part of a newer form of immunotherapy used to help fight leukemia, prostate cancer, and other types of cancer. This article takes a closer look at the different uses of leukapheresis and what to expect if you or a loved one is scheduled to undergo the procedure....