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Definition of Preleukemia

Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026

Preleukemia: A condition in which the bone marrow does not produce enough blood cells. This condition may progress to become acute leukemia. Preleukemia also is called myelodysplastic syndrome or smoldering leukemia.