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Cytopathology Physician

Allopathic & Osteopathic PhysiciansPathologyCytopathology
2,295 providers nationally207ZC0500X

Definition

A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist trained in the diagnosis of human disease by means of the study of cells obtained from body secretions and fluids, by scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or by the aspiration of a tumor mass or body organ with a fine needle. A major aspect of a cytopathologist's practice is the interpretation of Papanicolaou-stained smears of cells from the female reproductive systems, the "Pap" test. However, the cytopathologist's expertise is applied to the diagnosis of cells from all systems and areas of the body. He/she is a consultant to all medical specialists.

Quick Facts

Taxonomy Code
207ZC0500X
Grouping
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Classification
Pathology
Specialization
Cytopathology
National Providers
2,295
Conditions Treated
0

Top States

CA385 providers
TX181 providers
FL171 providers
NY162 providers
PA113 providers
OH98 providers
MI74 providers
MA71 providers
NC64 providers
IL57 providers

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