Cytology QUIZ Flashcards

1
Q

Name the process demonstrated in this cytology sample.
1. both neoplastic and inflammatory
2. can not be determined without more information
3. inflammatory
4. neoplastic

A
  1. neoplastic
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Name the process demonstrated in this cytology sample:
1. both inflammatory & neoplastic
2. inflammatory
3. neoplastic
4. can not be determined without more information

A
  1. inflammatory
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3
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What are the abnormalities seen in this ear cytology?
1. inflammation and yeast
2. inflammation and bacteria
3. no abnormalities seen
4. inflammation and neoplasia

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A
  1. inflammation and bacteria
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4
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What cell group do these tumor cells come from?
1. Epithelial (Carcinoma)
2. Inflammatory
3. Round Cell
4. Mesenchymal (Sarcoma)

A
  1. Mesenchymal (Sarcoma)
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5
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In class we discussed 7 possible cytology features of an inflammatory process. List three.

REFINE ANSWER

A
  • dead neutrophils from phagocytosis (sample will mostly be this)
  • karyorrhexis of the cells
  • macrophages will be present to help with the phagocytosis
  • increase of WBCs (neutrophils esp)
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5
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What type of process is occurring in this cytology collected from a cutaneous mass of a cat:
1. inflammatory
2. neoplastic
3. both neoplastic and inflammatory
4. it can not be determined without more information

A
  1. both neoplastic and inflammatory
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6
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We also discussed cytologic features of malignant neoplasia. List three.

A
  • pleomorphism (having variation in the size and shape of cells or their nuclei)
  • varying sizes of the nucleus
  • multiple nuclei in a single cell
  • coarse chromatin
  • high N:C ratio (nucleus:cytoplasm)
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7
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Name one cytology preparation technique (not used for hematology) and describe the situation it would be used. (Do not discuss collection techniques)

Technique:

This technique is utilized for what type of sample?:

A
  • Starfish
  • It is used for delicate cell samples to be spread without damaging them. This method can sometimes make the sample too thick :(
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8
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Name one advantage of cytology (compared to histology).

Name one disadvantage of cytology (compared to histology).

A

it is cheaper and requires less special equipment

histology can go into the architecture of the tissue

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9
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List two important points when preparing cytology samples for shipment to a laboratory.

A
  • name the sample type, where it was collected, and how it was collected (& patient info)
  • label all slides and sample containers/jars
  • All forms filled out completely
  • do not send formalin in the same packaging as other samples
  • Allow samples to completely air dry
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