cytology

Noun

Meaning

the branch of biology that studies the structure and function of cells

Source: WordNet

Synonyms

analysis division biology anatomy zoology botany medicine investigation diagnosis examination cellular morphology physiology taxonomy neuron

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Antonyms

connection

Hypernyms

biology biological science microscopic anatomy

Hyponyms

cytogenetics

Phrases with the word

cytology testing exfoliative cytology

Examples

However, Pap smears are very sensitive and some negative biopsy results may represent undersampling of the lesion in the biopsy, so negative biopsy with positive cytology requires careful follow up. Source: Internet

Shidham VB, Mehrotra R, Varsegi G, D'Amore KL, Hunt B, Narayan R. p16 INK4a immunocytochemistry on cell blocks as an adjunct to cervical cytology: Potential reflex testing on specially prepared cell blocks from residual liquid-based cytology specimens. Source: Internet

Cervical cytology tests can often detect cervical cancer and its precursors, and enable early successful treatment. Source: Internet

However, cytology samples may be prepared in other ways, including cytocentrifugation. Source: Internet

In contrast to macroscopic or gross anatomy, cytology and histology are concerned with microscopic structures. Source: Internet

In urine cytology, collected urine is examined microscopically. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

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