S43C - Clinical Pathology Results During the Patient’s Visit: Why and How?

The submission of routine cytology samples such as fine needle aspirates from skin masses, organs, body cavity fluids, lymph nodes, bone marrow aspirates, urinalysis, and fecal during the physical exam and receiving a preliminary diagnosis within 30 min of sample submission, while the patient is still in the clinic, is now possible thanks to the advances in technology which allows a board-certified clinical pathologist to have remote access to an in-clinic microscope and can adjust the slide’s position, focus and illumination. Images of the clinical case are captured, and a final report is generated. This lecture covers an overview of best practices for sample collection and preparation techniques.