This book is intended as a practical primer on the Pap test. Using bold text, tables, and highlighted areas, this book offers a user-friendly text on Pap test fundamentals so readers may find specific information effortlessly. The book is a useful tool for cytotechnologists and cytopathologists, as well as those in training. Readers preparing for various proficiency and licensing examinations will also find helpful information throughout.
Fundamentals of Pap Test Cytology
Table of contents
A Short Dictionary of the Pap Test 1 Chapter 2 Analogies in the Pap Test: Of 'Corn Flakes' and 'Raisins' 7 Chapter 3 Basic Cytology Principles 11 Chapter 4 Basic Anatomy and Cytology of the Female Genital Tract 15 Chapter 5 The Bethesda System 27 Chapter 6 Liquid-Based Preparations 31 Chapter 7 Physiological Cytology 37 Chapter 8 Reactive Changes and Organisms 53 Chapter 9 Human Papillomavirus in Cervical Carcinogenesis 71 Chapter 10 Atypical Squamous Cells 81 Chapter 11 Low-Grade Squamous Intra-Epithelial Lesion 95 Chapter 12 High-Grade Squamous Intra-Epithelial Lesion 103 Chapter 13 Invasive Squamous Carcinoma 113 Chapter 14 Endocervical Lesions 123 Chapter 15 Endometrial Lesions 145 Chapter 16 Metastatic Tumors 165 Chapter 17 Therapy-Related Changes 173 Chapter 18 Artifacts, Contaminants, and Incidental Findings 179 Chapter 19 Screening and Management Guidelines of Pap Test and Newer Techniques 187 Appendices 197 Index 229
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