Finding a lump or bump in an area like the thyroid gland or breast is certainly a matter for concern. Once discovered, the paramount issue is to identify any abnormal tissue and make a diagnosis so treatment can be initiated as soon as possible.

Granulomatous thyroiditis is a rather unusual problem of the thyroid gland. It can be difficult to diagnose as the patient displays symptoms of both too much and too little thyroid hormone. Fine needle aspiration neck is one of the fastest and most accurate ways to diagnose this disease. […]

The parathyroid is a small gland in the neck that is critical to maintaining proper calcium levels in the body. Lumps in the thyroid (thyroid nodules) or possible parathyroid cancer require the services of a cytopathologist for proper diagnosis. Dr. Celina Nadelman is a broad-certified cytopathologist and is the top choice for a biopsy doctor Los Angeles.

A pancreatic lesion may exist for some time often years before it is discovered. Sometimes the discovery occurs because of symptoms, but the lesions may also be picked up during imaging for other purposes. It is particularly important that pancreatic lesions be diagnosed as early as possible.

FNA vs. Core Needle Biopsy The diagnosis of cancer, be it breast or thyroid, often requires the services of three physicians trained in the medical specialties of surgery, radiology and pathology. Each specialist provides a unique viewpoint and skills to the patient as they collaborate to diagnose a potential cancer. [...]

Insights Into Cytopathology and fine needle aspiration (FNA) Fine needle aspiration (FNA) and cytopathology are important “partners” in the diagnosis of cancer. A fine needle aspiration specialist who is a cytopathologist uses certain tools to increase the accuracy as well as decrease the time it takes to get a diagnosis. [...]