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cytology
[ sahy-tol-uh-jee ]
noun
- the study of the microscopic appearance of cells, especially for the diagnosis of abnormalities and malignancies.
cytology
/ saɪˈtɒlədʒɪ; ˌsaɪtəˈlɒdʒɪkəl /
noun
- the study of plant and animal cells, including their structure, function, and formation
- the detailed structure of a tissue, as revealed by microscopic examination
cytology
/ ī-ŏ′ə-ŧ /
- The scientific study of the formation, structure, and function of cells.
Derived Forms
- ˌٴˈDz, adverb
- cytological, adjective
- ˈٴDZDz, noun
Other yvlog Forms
- ·ٴ·Dz· [sahyt-l-, oj, -ik], t·Dzi· adjective
- t·Dzi··ly adverb
- ·ٴDZo· noun
Example Sentences
This newer HPV test is regarded as a better indicator than cytology of identifying who is a higher risk of developing cervical cancer.
This removes the need for all samples to also undergo cytology which is time consuming and clogs up the screening system.
BBC News NI can also reveal that the Western Health Trust is now carrying out an "external review of cytology slides" that have been reported as serious adverse incidents.
The Belfast Trust, which was to review the slides, has had its cervical cytology service accreditation suspended, BBC News NI understands.
If HPV is detected a cytology test is used to check for any abnormal cells.
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