Impression cytology of the ocular surface: collection technique and sample processing

Mendonça, Paula; Freitas, Kátia

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Mendonça, Paula

Freitas, Kátia

Abstract(s)

Background - The impression cytology of the ocular surface is a minimally invasive technique that allows the analysis of conjunctival and corneal cells, as an alternative to smears, biopsies and punches. Objective - The aim of this study was to present a technique of collecting, fixing and staining for impression cytology of ocular specimens.

Keywords

Impression cytology Collection method Fixation SureThin Papanicolaou staining

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http://hdl.handle.net/10400.21/6623

Citation

Mendonça P, Freitas K. Impression cytology of the ocular surface: collection technique and sample processing. In: 3rd IPLeiria’s International Health Congress – Health, Demographic Changes and Well-Being, May 6th-7th, 2016. BMC Health Serv Res. 2016;16(Suppl 3):O99.