When A Medical Bone Marrow Aspiration Is Performed

Bone marrow aspirations and biopsies can be performed in a hospital, clinic or doctor's office.

These procedures are usually done by a doctor who specializes in blood disorders (hematologist) or cancer (oncologist). But bone marrow tests can also be done by nurses with special training.

Bone marrow exams usually take about 10 to 20 minutes. Preparation and post-operative care require additional time, especially if you receive intravenous (IV) sedation.