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Review
. 2014 Jan;24(1):19-27.
doi: 10.1016/j.giec.2013.08.005.

Definitions in tissue acquisition: core biopsy, cell block, and beyond

Nirag Jhala  1 , Darshana Jhala
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Definitions in tissue acquisition: core biopsy, cell block, and beyond

Nirag Jhala et al. Gastrointest Endosc Clin N Am. 2014 Jan.

Abstract

This article identifies key fundamentals of tissue acquisition, sample preparation, and staining. It defines the understanding of different aspects of sample preparations, such as types of smear-preparation techniques, touch preparations, types of fixative, and newer technologies such as liquid-based preparations.

Keywords: Cell block; Cytology; Direct smears; Endoscopic ultrasound; Fine-needle aspiration; Needle core biopsy.

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