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I want to know if there are neoplastic cells in a urine sample. What test do I request – urinalysis, regular cytology, or fluid cytology?

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I want to know if there are neoplastic cells in a urine sample. What test do I request – urinalysis, regular cytology, or fluid cytology?

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Neoplastic cells in the urine are best assessed with a “regular” cytology evaluation. To maximize the assessment of the urothelial cells, freshly made slides of urine sediment (unstained) and a fresh urine specimen should be submitted.