Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma - Glossary

Non-Hodgkins Lymphomas - Glossary

Bone marrow biopsy - A small portion of the bone marrow is taken out using a large needle

Bone marrow aspiration - A small quantity of the fluidy bone marrow is aspirated out using a needle.

Medical history - A history of illnesses of the individual

Chemotherapy - Use of chemical drugs to treat cancer

Radiotherapy - Use of radiation to treat cancer

Clinical Trial - A series of tests carried out on animals and humans to test the validity and safety of a drug or procedure