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Cytologic evaluationDefinition: Cytologic evaluation is the�analysis of cells under a microscope. This is done to determine what the cells look like, where they came from,�and how they form and function. The test is often used to look for cancers. The Pap smear is a common cytologic evaluation. Some other examples include:
Alternative Names: Cell evaluation; Cytology
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| Review Date: 8/8/2005
Reviewed By: Frank A. Greco, M.D., Ph.D., Director, Biophysical Laboratory, The Lahey Clinic, Burlington, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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