Needle aspirates for cytology (microscopic examination of cell samples) is not diagnostic for these tumors.
While most masses are benign, we recommend examinations and fine
needle aspirates for all new growths.
Not exact matches
We also perform fine
needle aspirate,
for cytological examination.
Fine
needle aspirates or biopsies are often diagnostic
for feline lymphoma.
Common diagnostic tests
for adenocarcinoma are: physical exam including palpation of lymph nodes and digital rectal exam; blood tests including a complete blood count and serum chemistry panel which includes calcium and albumin, chest x-ray, abdominal x-ray and / or ultrasound, fine -
needle aspirate and / or biopsy.
However, patients requiring diagnosis of an oral swelling often require sedation or anesthesia due to the challenges of obtaining a fine -
needle aspirate in the conscious patient, and concerns
for patient movement causing the
needle to poke an undesired structure, such as the eye.
If a growth is found, it is tempting to sample the cells by
needle aspirate; however, the TCC is famous
for seeding other organs via
needle track so it best not to attempt aspiration.
To be sure of a diagnosis of dog lumps on skin, the veterinarian will take a sample by using a
needle to remove some of lump
for study in a laboratory (fine
needle aspirate).
We also can perform fine
needle aspirates and true - cut biopsies
for diagnostic purposes in addition to ultrasound and radiology.
In addition to ultrasound and radiology, we can also execute fine
needle aspirates and true - cut biopsies
for diagnostic purposes, using either mild or no sedation on your pet.
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Hi Anita,
For masses, you could have a cytology performed where cells are
aspirated with a
needle and examined under a microscope.
Urine to be submitted
for culture and sensitivity has to be obtained by cystocentesis (a direct intra-abdominal fine
needle aspirate of the bladder) to prevent contamination of the sample.
We will also perform
needle aspirates, which is a form of biopsy where a
needle is inserted into the tumor to collect cells
for use in determining tumor type.
A simple fine
needle aspirate can be performed to confirm that they are lipomas if you are looking
for a definitive diagnosis.