[Immunophenotype of chronic lymphocytic leukemia and prolymphocytic leukemia].

ABSTRACT

The immunophenotype of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) and prolymphocytic leukemia (PLL) is described, mainly according to the FAB classification. CLL and related diseases have been recognized as highly variable diseases and their classification is still confusing. Is there true T-CLL? How should we deal with non-T, non-B-CLL such as NK-GLL? What about the patient with borderline manifestations? Is the concept "MLUS" appropriate? Further examination and more detailed analysis is required in order to clarify the disease entity of CLL and related disorders.