Session Purpose:
To enhance the proficiency of medical laboratory professionals in exfoliative cytology by focusing on cytopreparatory techniques. The session aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to optimize sample quality and ensure accurate diagnostics in clinical practice.
Objectives:
- Understand the Basics of Exfoliative Cytology: Provide an overview of exfoliative cytology, its applications in clinical diagnostics, and the significance of high-quality sample preparation.
- Master Cytopreparatory Techniques: Demonstrate best practices in specimen collection, fixation, staining, and slide preparation to maintain cellular integrity and improve diagnostic outcomes.
- Identify and Mitigate Errors: Discuss common pitfalls in cytopreparation and interpretation, offering practical strategies to reduce errors and enhance diagnostic accuracy.
Speaker: Dr. Josephine Rioki – UoN
Moderator: Ms. Susan Kiambi