Comparison of the Collection Approaches of Two Large Thyroid Fine Needle Aspiration Practices Reveals Differing Advantages for Cytology and Molecular Testing Adequacy Rates

ConclusionsThe two thyroid FNA practices varied inversely in their adequacy rates for cytology and molecular testing. Had one practice been superior for both cytology and molecular adequacy, a recommendation for the method of choice would have been straightforward. However, our results show that optimization of FNA practice for the current practice of thyroid cytology requires further investigation due to the complex nature of specimen procurement.
Source: Journal of the American Society of Cytopathology - Category: Cytology Source Type: research