Cytology is the study of the cell, and it is, therefore, of all fields the one which comes closest to the heart of the major quest of biology-the understanding of life in its essence.
The cell is a marvelous microcosm, extremely small, yet unbelievably complex..
Definition of 'cytology'
1. the study of plant and animal cells, including their structure, function, and formation.
2the detailed structure of a tissue, as revealed by microscopic examination.
Collins English Dictionary..
What is cytology? Cytology (also known as cytopathology) involves examining cells from bodily tissues or fluids to determine a diagnosis.
A certain kind of physician, called a pathologist, will look at the cells in the tissue sample under a microscope and look for characteristics or abnormalities in the cells..
What is cytology? Cytology is the exam of a single cell type, as often found in fluid specimens.
It's mainly used to diagnose or screen for cancer.
It's also used to screen for fetal abnormalities, for pap smears, to diagnose infectious organisms, and in other screening and diagnostic areas..
