Cytopathology
Diagnosis Based on Microscopic Cell Examination
Cytopathology is the discipline that makes diagnoses based on the microscopic examination of cells.
51,000 Specimens Examined Annually
The 51,000 cytopathology specimens examined annually include:
- 43,500 gynecologic
- 5,400 non-gynecologic
- 2,100 fine needle aspiration samples
On-site Specimen Adequacy Evaluations
In addition to processing and interpreting cytologic specimens, we provide on-site specimen adequacy evaluations at radiology suites and a service in which cytopathology staff and fellows perform fine needle aspiration procedures and render immediate diagnoses. This service is currently in use at the ENT clinic on a weekly basis and at other clinics upon request.
Gynecologic Specimens
For gynecologic specimens, our lab processes and interprets both conventional smears and liquid-based preparations (ThinPrep). The screening of the liquid-based preparations is assisted by the Cytyc Imaging System.
Cytopathology Team
Belsley, Nicole
Cohen, David W.
Fu , Yineng
Hecht , Jonathan L.
Rollins, Sarah
Wang , Helen H., Director
