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Definition of Leukemia, lymphocytic

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Leukemia, lymphocytic: Cancer of blood cells that are precursors of lymphocytes. The two major types of lymphocytic leukemia are acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CML). Also known as lymphoid leukemia.