Podcast
Questions and Answers
Which method is NOT suitable for specimen collection in surgical pathology?
Which method is NOT suitable for specimen collection in surgical pathology?
- Excisional biopsy
- Cytology brush sampling (correct)
- Shave biopsy
- Fine needle aspiration
What is the primary purpose of a frozen section in surgical pathology?
What is the primary purpose of a frozen section in surgical pathology?
- To determine if a mass is malignant or not quickly (correct)
- To conduct a meticulous microscopic examination
- To perform a detailed gross examination
- To obtain tissue fixation
Which characteristic best describes the process of gross examination in surgical pathology?
Which characteristic best describes the process of gross examination in surgical pathology?
- It aims to determine molecular changes in the tissue
- It includes tissue fixation using formalin
- It focuses on observing tissues without magnification (correct)
- It involves detailed cell analysis under a microscope
Which factor is a disadvantage of using formalin for tissue fixation in surgical pathology?
Which factor is a disadvantage of using formalin for tissue fixation in surgical pathology?
What is the purpose of performing a frozen section?
What is the purpose of performing a frozen section?
In surgical pathology, which type of mass is generally considered least suitable for frozen sectioning?
In surgical pathology, which type of mass is generally considered least suitable for frozen sectioning?
What is the recommended size of tissue specimens for a frozen section?
What is the recommended size of tissue specimens for a frozen section?
What is the main purpose of microscopic examination in surgical pathology?
What is the main purpose of microscopic examination in surgical pathology?
What is the procedure used to create thin sections for frozen sections?
What is the procedure used to create thin sections for frozen sections?
Why are thyroid tissues considered inappropriate for frozen section analysis?
Why are thyroid tissues considered inappropriate for frozen section analysis?
When are sentinel lymph nodes typically assessed during a frozen section?
When are sentinel lymph nodes typically assessed during a frozen section?
What is the main difference between a frozen section and a permanent section?
What is the main difference between a frozen section and a permanent section?
What is the purpose of a gross examination in surgical pathology?
What is the purpose of a gross examination in surgical pathology?
In surgical pathology, what is the recommended approach when dealing with ulcerated lesions?
In surgical pathology, what is the recommended approach when dealing with ulcerated lesions?
What is the primary reason for using the paraffin embedding method in surgical pathology?
What is the primary reason for using the paraffin embedding method in surgical pathology?
When collecting specimens for biopsy, what should be avoided according to general rules?
When collecting specimens for biopsy, what should be avoided according to general rules?
What is the significance of a frozen section in the context of surgical pathology?
What is the significance of a frozen section in the context of surgical pathology?
In surgical pathology, which type of biopsy involves both diagnosis and treatment?
In surgical pathology, which type of biopsy involves both diagnosis and treatment?
What is the primary reason for avoiding necrotic and hemorrhagic areas when collecting biopsy specimens?
What is the primary reason for avoiding necrotic and hemorrhagic areas when collecting biopsy specimens?
Why is it recommended not to crush, squeeze, or do cautery during specimen collection for biopsy?
Why is it recommended not to crush, squeeze, or do cautery during specimen collection for biopsy?
In surgical pathology, why is paraffin embedding a widely-used procedure?
In surgical pathology, why is paraffin embedding a widely-used procedure?
Which type of biopsy would be recommended for an ulcerated lesion that includes a tumor?
Which type of biopsy would be recommended for an ulcerated lesion that includes a tumor?
What is the main advantage of using the frozen section technique in intra-operative evaluations?
What is the main advantage of using the frozen section technique in intra-operative evaluations?
Why is it important to orientate specimens correctly before processing them in surgical pathology?
Why is it important to orientate specimens correctly before processing them in surgical pathology?
What is the purpose of using xylene during the paraffin section procedure?
What is the purpose of using xylene during the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it essential to dehydrate tissue during the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it essential to dehydrate tissue during the paraffin section procedure?
What is the purpose of applying mounting media (Permount) after staining in the paraffin section procedure?
What is the purpose of applying mounting media (Permount) after staining in the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it necessary to use gradient concentrations of alcohol during rehydration in the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it necessary to use gradient concentrations of alcohol during rehydration in the paraffin section procedure?
What role does formalin play in the fixation step of the paraffin section procedure?
What role does formalin play in the fixation step of the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it important to attach thin sections to positively charged slides in the paraffin section procedure?
Why is it important to attach thin sections to positively charged slides in the paraffin section procedure?
Which specimen would be least suitable for frozen sectioning in the context of surgical pathology?
Which specimen would be least suitable for frozen sectioning in the context of surgical pathology?
What is the primary advantage of frozen section analysis?
What is the primary advantage of frozen section analysis?
Why are biopsy specimens required to be properly fixed in surgical pathology?
Why are biopsy specimens required to be properly fixed in surgical pathology?
What is a key disadvantage of using formalin for tissue fixation in surgical pathology?
What is a key disadvantage of using formalin for tissue fixation in surgical pathology?
In surgical pathology, which method is typically used to create thin sections for permanent histological examination?
In surgical pathology, which method is typically used to create thin sections for permanent histological examination?
What is a general rule for collecting appropriate specimens for biopsy in surgical pathology?
What is a general rule for collecting appropriate specimens for biopsy in surgical pathology?
What is the recommended ratio of fixative volume to specimen volume?
What is the recommended ratio of fixative volume to specimen volume?
Which fixative is mentioned to be suitable for most histological purposes?
Which fixative is mentioned to be suitable for most histological purposes?
What is the primary disadvantage associated with using formalin for tissue fixation?
What is the primary disadvantage associated with using formalin for tissue fixation?
Why does formalin need to be changed every 3-6 months?
Why does formalin need to be changed every 3-6 months?
Which characteristic makes formalin advantageous in preserving tissues?
Which characteristic makes formalin advantageous in preserving tissues?
What factor influences the penetration rate of fixative into tissues?
What factor influences the penetration rate of fixative into tissues?
What is the purpose of assessing ganglion cells in the large intestinal wall of Hirschsprung disease using frozen section?
What is the purpose of assessing ganglion cells in the large intestinal wall of Hirschsprung disease using frozen section?
Why is waiting for a permanent section recommended in cases where a specific diagnosis cannot be made with a frozen section?
Why is waiting for a permanent section recommended in cases where a specific diagnosis cannot be made with a frozen section?
What is the reason behind placing fresh tissues in plastic bags for frozen section analysis?
What is the reason behind placing fresh tissues in plastic bags for frozen section analysis?
In the context of frozen section analysis, why are thyroid tissues considered challenging?
In the context of frozen section analysis, why are thyroid tissues considered challenging?
What is a key reason for promptly sending specimens for frozen section examination?
What is a key reason for promptly sending specimens for frozen section examination?
Why is it essential to label specimens clearly on their plastic bags for frozen section analysis?
Why is it essential to label specimens clearly on their plastic bags for frozen section analysis?
Flashcards are hidden until you start studying
