Advancing Body Fluid Diagnostics with Flow Cytometry

A Comprehensive Guide to Effusions and CSF

Namrata P. Awasthi

• Publisher: Academic Press
• Year: 2026
• Topic: Biological Sciences
• eBook ISBN:
  9780443274275
• Subtopic: Biology
• Index: Biological Sciences

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

Table of contents

• Cover image
• Title page
• Copyright
• Dedication
• Contents
• Contributors
• About the Editor
• Preface
• Acknowledgments
• CHAPTER 1 Cytology of effusion fluids: An introduction
• CHAPTER 2 Cerebrospinal fluid—Physiology and cytological evaluation
• CHAPTER 3 Cerebrospinal fluid analysis for metastatic malignancies
• CHAPTER 4 Challenges and limitations in ascertaining a “gold standard” technique for malignant effusions and cerebrospinal fluid
• CHAPTER 5 Flow cytometry: Basic principles and techniques
• CHAPTER 6 Flow cytometry in effusions: Lessons from the literature
• CHAPTER 7 Flow cytometry as a tool for detecting malignant epithelial cells in effusion fluids-technique and assay standardization
• CHAPTER 8 Cerebrospinal fluid analysis for metastatic hematological malignancies by flow cytometry
• CHAPTER 9 DNA ploidy analysis of body fluids and cerebrospinal fluid
• CHAPTER 10 Flow cytometry for pediatric small round cell tumors
• CHAPTER 11 Challenges in conventional flow cytometry
• CHAPTER 12 Beyond flow cytometry: Emerging cellular assays
• CHAPTER 13 Flow cytometry for body fluids and cerebrospinal fluid: Oncologist's perspective
• Index