Fine needle aspiration (FNA) biopsies are used to diagnose a variety of medical conditions. Cancer is certainly at the top of the list, but an FNA can also be useful in identifying an organism that is causing an infection. Read on to learn about the role and benefits of FNA [...]

Finding a lump in the breast, neck or pretty much anywhere else can be scary. While many turn out to be benign – meaning they aren't cancer – the only way to know for sure is to get some tests done. Your primary care doctor may order some of them, [...]

How an FNA Can Help Diagnose Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer, like any cancer, is best found and treated early. Knowing the signs and symptoms will help send you to the doctor if you have concerns. Once there, your doctor may refer you for an FNA of the thyroid—a fine needle [...]

A diagnosis of thyroid cancer can be alarming and upsetting. However, receiving unnecessary treatment if the diagnosis is wrong is equally upsetting. Yet mistakes can happen no matter how skilled and experienced the health care professional. The value of a second opinion in dealing with thyroid cancer can confirm the [...]

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. A board certified cytopathologist like Dr. [...]

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. […]