Case of the month

KATHRYN JENKINSDid you know you can submit up to six slides per site, for each cytology case?Cytology tip:Increasing the number of sites sampled from each lesion, increases the diagnostic power for a more accurate interpretation. In many cases, increasing the sample number taken, improves the chances of a diagnostic sample (often we find that the […]

Tips for handling cytology and histology samples

The submission of good quality, highly cellular, well-labelled specimens together with a complete, concise and relevant history are paramount for an accurate cytological and histological interpretation.Cytology samples· Use microscope slides with frosted ends.· Use PENCIL to label ALL slides with animal name and location of sampling (ink may wash off during staining).· Label the slides NOT the slide […]