Beschreibung:
Reader-friendly use of bold text and tables
A Short Dictionary of the Pap Test.- Analogies in the Pap Test Of "Corn Flakes" and "Raisins".- Basic Cytology Principles.- Basic Anatomy and Cytology of the Female Genital Tract.- The Bethesda System.- Liquid-Based Preparations.- Physiological Cytology.- Reactive Changes and Organisms.- Human Papillomavirus in Cervical Carcinogenesis.- Atypical Squamous Cells.- Low-Grade Squamous Intra-Epithelial Lesion.- High-Grade Squamous Intra-Epithelial Lesion.- Invasive Squamous Carcinoma.- Endocervical Lesions.- Endometrial Lesions.- Metastatic Tumors.- Therapy-Related Changes.- Artifacts, Contaminants, and Incidental Findings.- Screening and Management Guidelines of Pap Test and Newer Techniques.
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.