Open AccessDiagnostic challenges in the gray-zone lesions of fine-needle aspiration cytology
Author(s) -
Shruti Gupta,
Pranab Dey
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
cyto journal/cytojournal
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.371
H-Index - 27
eISSN - 0974-5963
pISSN - 1742-6413
DOI - 10.25259/cytojournal_66_2020
Subject(s) - fine needle aspiration cytology , gray (unit) , medicine , cytology , fine needle aspiration , diagnostic accuracy , radiology , medical physics , pathology , biopsy
Fine-needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is an excellent technique for rapid diagnosis due to its speed, accuracy, and cost-effectiveness. However, there are many gray-zone areas in cytology that needs attention. These lesions in the aspiration cytology can be overcome by applying the selective use of the series of tests. This review discusses the diagnostic challenges in the gray-zone areas in FNAC. It emphasizes the use of selective ancillary techniques to solve the problems in this area.