Stem Cell Pre-Transplant Workup

The following are common tests, exams, and evaluations that typical occur during the pre-admission phase of the pediatric stem cell transplant process at Phoenix Children's Hospital.

These tests are determined for each child by their physician and stem cell transplant coordinator.

Audiology Exam

• Assesses hearing ability.

Bone Marrow Aspiration and/or Biopsy

• Evaluates the condition of the bone marrow.

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

• Determines the number of different kinds of blood cells in the child's body:

• Hematocrit
• Hemoglobin
• Platelets
• White blood cells

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

• Determines the level of salts and/or electrolytes in the blood. Also looks at organ functions.

Cytomegalovirus (CMV) and Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)

• Determines the presence of a previous exposure to this virus.

Dental Exam

• Evaluates the mouth and teeth, and examines for potential sites of infection.

Electrocardiogram (EKG) and/or Echocardiogram (Echo)

• Evaluates the function of the heart.

Gynecological/Reproductive Health Assessment

• Evaluate and discusses issues of fertility (age appropriate).

Neuropsychological Testing

• Evaluates intellectual, developmental and problem-solving abilities.

Pulmonary Function Test (PFT)

• Checks lung function.

Radiation Therapy Consult

• Determines the dose of radiation treatment.

Scans

• Performed to determine disease status. May include:

• Bone scan
• CT
• MRI
• X-ray

Social Work Evaluation

• Evaluates the emotional status of the child's and family.

If you have any questions about the workup or any other part of the stem cell transplant process, please contact us.