Explain the impact of a positive test for HTLV-1 in a lymphoma patient
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: HTLV1 infects T-helper lymphocytes and causes them to proliferate by up-regulating IL-2 and its receptor. Asymptomatic HTLV1 infection is found in 15% of people in Japan and the Caribbean islands. About 0.1% of infected individuals eventually develop adult T-cell leukemia/lymphoma.
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When an MCP offers prescription coverage to a member, there are often limitations such as:
a. Drugs and medications are limited to a 60-day supply. b. They will usually only cover over-the-counter medications. c. The member must purchase the drugs from an MCP contracted facility. d. They often exclude injectable drugs.
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