Advancements in Pathological Diagnosis
Harnessing Flow Cytometry for Detection of Malignant Epithelial Cells in Body Fluids
- 1st Edition - October 1, 2026
- Editor: Namrata P. Awasthi
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 7 4 2 6 - 8
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 4 4 3 - 2 7 4 2 7 - 5
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Advancements in Pathological Diagnosis: Harnessing Flow Cytometry for Detection of Malignant Epithelial Cells in Body Fluids is an invaluable resource for anyone involved in cytology and pathology, especially those interested in leveraging flow cytometry for diagnostic purposes. The book offers a comprehensive understanding of how flow cytometry can enhance the detection of malignant epithelial cells in body fluids, providing both theoretical knowledge and practical guidance. Flow cytometry's ability to rapidly analyze individual cells based on their properties is truly remarkable, and its application in detecting early-stage malignancies and screening large numbers of cells efficiently is invaluable. The book bridges the gap between traditional cytological diagnostics and the evolving landscape of technological advancements in pathology. Moreover, the inclusion of detailed chapters on flow cytometry and its applications in cytological diagnostics for effusion samples suggests that the book caters to both beginners in the field and seasoned professionals seeking to expand their knowledge base. The endorsement from medical professionals such as medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, gastroenterologists, and general surgeons further underscores the relevance and practicality of the book in enhancing diagnostics and patient care across various medical specialties. "Advancements in Pathological Diagnosis" is a timely and essential contribution to the field of cytology and pathology, offering a comprehensive guide to leveraging flow cytometry for improved diagnostics in the context of malignant epithelial cells in body fluids.
- Provides current concepts of cytology of effusion samples for those new to using flow cytometry
- Presents practical tips on sample processing, acquisition and analysis with an aim to improve diagnostic accuracy
- Includes real case examples where the use of flow cytometry detects malignant epithelial cells in effusion samples successfully
- Provides the ability for objective quantitative data, reducing the subjectivity often associated with traditional microscopy-based methods
Basic science researchers, technologists and individuals practicing Pathology, Cytology and flow cytometry
1. Cytology of Effusion Fluids: An Introduction
2. Challenges and limitations in ascertaining a ‘gold standard’ technique for malignant effusions.
3. Flow cytometry: Basic principle and techniques
4. Flow cytometry of effusion fluids: review
5. Flow cytometry as a tool for detecting malignant epithelial cells in effusion fluids-technique and assay standardization
6. Limitations of flow cytometry
7. Approach for refinement of technique
8. Beyond flow cytometry: emerging cellular assays
2. Challenges and limitations in ascertaining a ‘gold standard’ technique for malignant effusions.
3. Flow cytometry: Basic principle and techniques
4. Flow cytometry of effusion fluids: review
5. Flow cytometry as a tool for detecting malignant epithelial cells in effusion fluids-technique and assay standardization
6. Limitations of flow cytometry
7. Approach for refinement of technique
8. Beyond flow cytometry: emerging cellular assays
- Edition: 1
- Published: October 1, 2026
- Language: English
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Namrata P. Awasthi
Dr. Namrata P. Awasthi, MD established Hematology Laboratory services for the tertiary care teaching institute which offers undergraduate, post graduate and post-doctoral certification courses in sub-specialties of Pathology. A member of eight societies and association Dr. Awasthi has won over 9 awards and honors including The Berend Houwen Award for XXXIV International symposium on Technological innovations in Laboratory hematology. She is a national and international conference chair, speaker, and facilitator of CME and other industry related workshops. Her expertise is in hematopathology and flow cytometry, coagulation and bleeding disorders, flow cytometry pertaining to non-hematological applications and lymphomas.
Affiliations and expertise
Dr Ram Manohar Lohia Institute of Medical Sciences