Cytopathology is a multifaceted laboratory performing service, education and scholarly work. The service area of the laboratory is responsible for preparation, staining and microscopic examination of patient samples.

The cytologic samples may be used for screening (cervical-vaginal), a diagnosis (FNA), or (when a cytology is performed in conjunction with a surgical procedure) improving the overall diagnostic accuracy (brushes, washes).

Cytology also has a pathologist-based fine-needle aspiration biopsy (FNAB) service located in the Clinical Cancer Center for palpable masses. The pathologists also travel to other clinic areas for FNA of non-palpable thoracic, abdominal and soft tissue masses.

Hours: Specimens are accepted during our regular business hours.

Reports: Final result reports may be faxed or provided electronically.

Specimen Preparation and Packaging Instructions

Consultants

Chris Jensen, MD

Chris Jensen, MD

Title/Position
Director of Cytopathology
Clinical Professor of Pathology
Amani Bashir, MBBS

Amani Bashir, MBBS

Title/Position
Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology
Laila Dahmoush

Laila Dahmoush, MBChB

Title/Position
Director of Urologic Oncology Pathology, Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center
Clinical Professor of Pathology and Urology
Robert Robinson, MD, PhD

Robert Robinson, MD, PhD

Title/Position
UIDL Medical Director, Professor of Pathology
Megan Samuelson, MD

Megan Samuelson, MD

Title/Position
Director of Surgical Pathology
Clinical Assistant Professor of Pathology