Cytology Flashcards
1
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What is Cytology?
A
Cytology is the examination of Cells
2
Q
What are some ways you can examine cells?
A
- Aspirate Smears
- Fluid Smears
- Impression Smears
- Tape Strips
3
Q
Name 5 ways you can collect samples for cytology
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- Fine needle aspiration
- Fluid aspiration
- Flush/Washes
- Impression Smears
- Tape strips/ skin scrapes
4
Q
When would you use suction with a needle?
A
When the cell yield is low
Or specific cell types such as spindle cells
5
Q
When would you just use a free needle?
A
When the needle is used and unattached to a syringe
6
Q
What is the predominance of a single round cell population a concern for?
A
It is a concern for neoplasia
7
Q
What are granulocytes or mixed inflammatory cells a response to?
A
An inflammatory response
