Content created by
CT Guided - FNAC
This test is for
Male, Female
Test Preparation
Overview
What is CT Guided - FNAC?
The CT guided fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) uses a fine automated needle / syringe to collect sample of the cells, fluid and not tissues from the tumor in a cancer patient or cancer suspected patient. This sample of the cell or body fluid is then examined under a microscope for confirmation of the cancer. THe test involves purely cytopathological so is restricted to cell or cytological studies only and not histopathological (related to tissues)
Why is CT Guided - FNAC done?
- To detect and diagnose cancer in deep seated organs which cannot be accessed with invasive surgical procedures
- To evaluate the recurrence of a cancer following therapy and monitor the efficacy of the treatment (chemotherapy) for tumors already diagnosed
- To differentiate between benign tumor (localized) and malignant tumor (spreading cancer)
- To diagnose breast cancer, prostate cancer, skin cancer, colon / rectum cancer, lung cancer, blood cancer, lymph node cancer
- To monitor the characterization and progression of the stages of cancer (stage I - stage IV)
ISO
NABL
Pulse Diagnostics as the name suggests is symbolic for the first touch in the medical world between a physician and his patient, irrespective of what the problem is. Similarly, Pulse Diagnostics makes that extra effort to feel and fulfill that unseen gap in the healthcare segment be it a simple report or even a comprehensive outlay of a patient’s problem, Pulse Diagnostics ensures that all needs are taken care of. The company having visualized a steady growth already aims to become a high...