New results

The results of Joy's second cytogenic test came back and she is something called FLT3-positive. FLT3 gene mutations are an alteration in the DNA of the leukemia cells. They occur in up to 40 percent of AML cases and cause the leukemia cells to grow more aggressively and are less amenable to cure.

In short, this means that Joy may be a candidate for a bone marrow transplant in the future. All of her siblings have been tested and we are waiting to see if any are a match. If not, she can also access an international bank of bone marrow donors.

The good news is that Joy continues to feel more energetic every day. Thank you for all your prayers. More news later. . .