What Does 7+3 Mean in Medical Terms?

7+3 stands for seven plus three induction. Classic AML induction: seven days of cytarabine plus three of anthracycline.

seven plus three induction

Classic AML induction: seven days of cytarabine plus three of anthracycline.

Where you will see 7+3

You will most often see 7+3 in blood results and cancer treatment charts, medication orders and prescriptions.

Example

A medication order might be written with “7+3” as shorthand for seven plus three induction.

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