Which chromosomal finding is most consistent with chronic myelogenous leukemia (CML)?
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Correct answer: Translocation t(9;22)
CML is associated with the Philadelphia chromosome, a t(9;22) translocation forming the BCR-ABL fusion gene. This leads to uncontrolled tyrosine kinase activity. Other abnormalities relate to different malignancies.
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