1-3 Gyn Cytology Basics
From MGH Learn Pathology
Lectures
- Lecture: Normal cervical cytology by Dr. D. Wilbur
- Lecture: HPV testing, QA/QC by Dr. D. Wilbur
- Test platforms/specimen processing and triage
- GYN samples are submitted for processing as liquid based specimens. Samples are collected using one of the recommended SurePath collection devices (broom or combination brush/spatula). After the sample is obtained, the head of the collection device is snapped off and put into the SurePath preservative vial. If HPV testing was requested, the test will be done using the tube that was produced during the processing of the SurePath vial.
GYN Cytology: Screening for Cervical Cancer Basic Overview
- HPV and cervical cancer: an overview
- Guidelines for cervical cancer screening
- Obtaining cervical cytology sample (Pap smear)
- Primary screening method
- Bethesda system for reporting gyn cytology and cytology report structure including adequacy
- Test platform for gyn cytology: instruments, stains
- Resident Training in Primary Screening: See Marilyn Nutter
- All residents are to screen 20 Pap tests as primary screeners.
