Does flow cytometry increase the sensitivity of detection of leukemia and lymphoma cells in bronchoalveolar lavage specimens?
We demonstrate, in the largest series published to date, that FC can be performed on BAL specimens. FC is indicated in evaluation of BAL for HLN and improves sensitivity of detection of HLN over CM alone. An integrated FC and CM approach is superior to either technique alone in diagnostic evaluation of BAL.
The combination of nuclear and cytoplasmic KPNA2 expression is a potential excellent prognostic parameter in HNSCC treated with radio(chemo)therapy.