Cyto Gallery

What is the mystery object?

These elements were observed in a routine cervical smear. For discussion at the 2004 conference! Possibilities include:

  • Pollen grains?
  • Intestinal parasite ova (? Taenia sp.)
Demonstration of how the NZSC website might be used to diplay interesting cases. Click on a thumbnail image to see it full size in the main window
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