Cytology pdf download

How are cytology samples prepared?

Individual cells may be studied in many ways.
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Exfoliative Cytology: It is the study of cells that have been shed or removed. from the epithelial surface of various organs.
Cells from all organs, which communicate with the exterior of the body, are suitable for study..

How to do cytology?

To make a cell smear or cell block, an aliquot of the sample, typically 50 mL in pleural and peritoneal fluid specimens, is centrifuged with a bench top centrifuge.
The supernatant is aspirated and the sediment is used for preparing direct cell smears or cell blocks..

What is cytology NCBI?

Cytology is the branch of biology dealing with the morphology, structure, ultrastructure, life cycle, and pathology of cells.
Historically cytology has referred to the study of the microscopic appearance of cells and cell structures, especially for the diagnosis of abnormalities and malignancies..

What is exfoliative cytology PDF?

Cytology Report

1. No evidence of a malignant neoplasm, no atypical cells
2. Atypical cells present but no evidence of malignant neoplasm
3. Cells present causing suspicion of malignant neoplasm
4. Fairly conclusive evidence of malignant neoplasm
5. Conclusive evidence of malignant neoplasm