Both lymphomas and lymphocytic leukemia involve cancer of the lymph system,but why do the leukemias cause clinical manifestations of anemia and bleeding,whereas the lymphomas do not?
A) In leukemia,the lymphatic tissue within the bone marrow is the site of origin,whereas in lymphoma,the lymph node or other lymphatic structure is the site of origin.
B) In leukemia,the lymph node or other lymphatic structure is the site of origin,whereas in lymphoma,the lymphatic tissue within the bone marrow is the site of origin.
C) In leukemia,there is malignant transformation of erythrocytes,platelets,and lymphocytes,whereas in lymphoma,only the lymphocytes are transformed.

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In leukemia, the cancer originates in the bone marrow, affecting blood cell production, leading to anemia and bleeding. In lymphoma, the cancer originates in lymph nodes or other lymphatic tissues, not directly affecting blood cell production.

Both Lymphomas and Lymphocytic Leukemia Involve Cancer of the Lymph