Assessment of testicular cytology by fine-needle aspiration and the imprint technique: are they reliable diagnostic modalities?
FNA of the testis is a relatively non-invasive and reproducible technique for evaluating qualitative and quantitative cytology. However, it is insufficient for diagnosing some testicular pathologies. Imprint smears supplement the histological diagnosis, especially if the histological slides are stained unsatisfactorily.
Our findings suggest the necessity of determining M5-type AMA in the study panel of antiphospholipid syndrome diagnosis, particularly in the absence of other typical autoantibodies.