Effective utilization of liquid-based cytology for thyroid lesions

Abstract

Fine needle aspiration (FNA) cytology is often used for definitive diagnosis of thyroid lesions, because the accuracy of qualitative diagnosis by this method is similar to that of core needle biopsy. LBC (liquid-based cytology) is useful and offers high-quality specimens for FNA cytology of thyroid tumors. LBC reduced the inadequate specimen rate and the quality of the preparations is not affected by the procedure. LBC samples offer improved diagnostic accuracy of immunocytochemistry, allowing avoidance of retesting, and also allow genetic testing, which allows more effective diagnosis.