Cytopathology
Behind the science at a cellular level, we are able to see the cellular changes or examine for diseases.
Cytopathology is the examination of single cells or small groups of cells from scrapings or aspiration of fluid or tissue under the microscope. A common cytology test is the cervical Pap smear.
Types of specimens used in anatomical pathology:
• Cervical scrapings
• Biopsies
• Products of conception
• Fine Needle Aspirate (FNA)
• Placenta
• Surgical resections – tissue or organs
• Fetus