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Megakaryoblast

Immature (Blast) form of the megakaryocytic cell lineage (the lineage responsible for making platelets). Increased numbers may be seen in certain AMLs (M7: Acute Megakaryoblastic Leukemia) and AML look-a-likes such as Transient Myelopoiesis which are both more commonly seen in Down Syndrome patients.
Atlas Link: Megakaryoblast (Increased)
Megakaryoblast – Figure 1
Megakaryoblast – Figure 1
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