6 Questions
What is the primary concern when performing an excision biopsy?
To ensure the specimen is adequate, representative, and properly preserved
What is the purpose of fine-needle aspiration of tumors?
To perform cytologic examination of the smear
Why are neoplastic cells shed easily from tumors?
They are less cohesive than normal cells
What is the purpose of immunocytochemistry in cancer diagnosis?
To diagnose and prognosis using specific monoclonal antibodies
What is the advantage of using cytologic smears in cancer diagnosis?
They can detect cancer at an early 'in situ' stage
What is the purpose of flow cytometry in cancer diagnosis?
To determine the DNA content of the tumor cells and phenotype malignant cells
Test your knowledge of excision biopsy, frozen-section diagnosis, and fine-needle aspiration techniques used in pathology to diagnose various diseases and conditions. Learn about the importance of adequate specimen sampling and proper preservation.
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