Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology- Slide For Review 12-18 Slides Test
Also known as: Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology, FNAC Slide Review
Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology- Slide For Review 12-18 Slides Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹4,000. Uses Cytology on FNAC slides samples. Results in 3 days. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
FNAC is recommended to detect abnormal cells, differentiate between benign and malignant growths, monitor disease progression, and guide treatment decisions for conditions like cancer.
- Test Code
- 3007
- Price
- ₹4,000
- Sample Type
- FNAC slides
- Result Time
- 3 days
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Cytology
Sample Collection
FNAC slides should be sent with proper fixation in 100% IPA/Methanol for PAP stain and dried slides for MGG stain.
Method: Fine Needle Aspiration
Laboratory Analysis
The skin is cleaned, a fine needle is inserted into the affected area to collect cells, and the sample is smeared onto a glass slide.
Report Delivery
Slides are stained with special dyes and examined under a microscope by a pathologist.
Timeline: 3 days
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
FNAC is recommended to detect abnormal cells, differentiate between benign and malignant growths, monitor disease progression, and guide treatment decisions for conditions like cancer.
How to Prepare
- Ensure proper fixation of slides
- Use appropriate staining methods
- Label slides correctly
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"FNAC is a crucial diagnostic tool for evaluating suspicious lumps, providing rapid and accurate results to guide treatment decisions in oncology."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Improperly fixed slides
- Insufficient sample
- Contaminated slides
Understanding Your Results
If results indicate abnormal or malignant cells, consult an oncologist for further evaluation and treatment.
Limitations
- ⚠Sampling error may occur
- ⚠Requires expertise for accurate interpretation
- ⚠Cannot replace biopsy in all cases
Risks & Considerations
- ●Minor bleeding at the site
- ●Slight discomfort or pain
- ●Rare risk of infection
Interfering Factors
- ●Improper slide fixation
- ●Contamination of sample
- ●Insufficient cell collection
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