Which specialist performs bone marrow biopsy?

The haematologist takes samples, usually from the back of the pelvic bone, after cleaning and numbing the skin. The aspirate is liquid marrow; the trephine is a small core of bone and marrow. Laboratory teams examine the material for changes in blood-forming cells, and may perform specialised tests. Your haematologist combines those findings with symptoms, examination and blood-test results.

Tell the haematology team about blood thinners, bleeding conditions, allergies, pregnancy possibility and medicines that affect pain or anxiety. Ask whether you need a companion, how to care for the dressing and when you can return to work or exercise. Confirm when results may be ready and who will explain them, because different parts of the report can arrive at different times.

Keep the site clean and follow the team's instructions. Contact the service for bleeding that continues, increasing swelling, spreading redness, drainage, fever or pain that becomes stronger rather than settling. Seek urgent help for fainting, severe weakness, breathing difficulty or uncontrolled bleeding. Mention any medicines that may increase bleeding when you call.

Will a haematologist perform my biopsy? Which samples will be taken? How will pain relief be provided? When will the initial and specialised results be available? What activity restrictions apply afterward?