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Exfoliative Cytology Fundamentals

Cytopathology

An overview of exfoliative cytology techniques, Pap smear procedures, specimen collection, and staining protocols.

Cytology Laboratory Science Pathology

15 Questions Medium Ages 18+ Aug 16, 2026

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1 What is the primary definition of exfoliative cytology?

A The study of biopsy tissue sections
B The microscopic study of cells shed from epithelial surfaces
C The chemical analysis of body fluids
D The surgical removal of suspicious growths

2 Which of the following is NOT a benefit of exfoliative cytology?

A Non-invasive
B Pain-free
C Rapid technique
D Provides a definitive diagnosis without further tests

3 What is the recommended minimum volume for body fluid specimens for optimal evaluation?

A 2 ml
B 5 ml
C 10 ml
D 20 ml

4 What additive is commonly used in body fluids to reduce clotting?

A EDTA
B Heparin
C Sodium Citrate
D Formalin

5 Which Papanicolaou smear classification indicates the presence of minor atypia but no evidence of malignancy?

A Class I
B Class II
C Class IV
D Class V

6 In which smear class is a biopsy considered mandatory?

A Class I
B Class II
C Class III
D Class IV

7 Who is credited with establishing cervicovaginal cytology as a practical cancer screening method?

A Dr. George Papanicolaou
B Dr. Herbert Traut
C Dr. Ayre
D Dr. Tzanck

8 Which area of the cervix is the primary focus of gynecological cytology?

A Endocervical canal
B Transformation zone
C Squamous epithelium
D Exocervix

9 What is the key difference between conventional Pap smear and liquid-based cytology?

A Staining time
B Collection device
C Preservative fluid usage
D Slide thickness

10 Which instrument is commonly used for scraping and brushing in cervical cytology?

A Forceps
B Ayre spatula
C Scalpel
D Pipette

11 What is the preferred specimen type for detecting urothelial carcinoma?

A Sputum
B Urine
C CSF
D Gastric lavage

12 Which fixative is NOT explicitly listed in the provided text?

A 95% Ethanol
B 100% Methanol
C 10% Formalin
D 80% Isopropanol

13 In the Papanicolaou stain, what color does Harris hematoxylin impart to nuclear chromatin?

A Pink
B Green
C Blue to dark purple
D Orange

14 What is the target structure for the OG-6 (Orange G) stain?

A Nucleoli
B Keratin
C Cytoplasm
D RBCs

15 Which substance is recommended for permanently mounting slides in the described experiment?

A Saline
B Eukitt
C Water
D Alcohol

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