Which of the following is most likely able to distinguish a leukemoid reaction from CML?
A) LAP score
B) Platelet count
C) Shift to the left
D) RBC count

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The LAP score is used to distinguish a leukemoid reaction from CML. In a leukemoid reaction, there is an increase in LAP score, while in CML, there is a decrease in LAP score. The other options (platelet count, shift to the left, RBC count) are not specific enough to distinguish between the two conditions.

Which of the Following Is Most Likely Able to Distinguish