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Anatomic Pathology – 01

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1. All of the following are true about granular cell tumors EXCEPT:
2. The findings illustrated in Case #2 from a cervical pap smear are best described as:

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #2
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #2
3. The images for Case #4 are from a pap smear of a 35 y/o female who has not been to a physician in over 15 years, and has noticed a malodorous discharge for several months. Based on the findings, the best diagnosis is:

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #4
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #4
4. A 50 y/o man presents with a submandibular mass. A FNA was performed, and the results are represented in the images for Case #5. Based on the findings, the best diagnosis is:

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #5
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #5


Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #5
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #5
5. Leptothrix is often seen in association with which of the following:
6. All of the following are valid identifiable findings in a pap smear according to the “Bethesda System, 2 nd edition” EXCEPT:
7. A 38 y/o male presents with a parotid mass. A FNA was performed and the results are represented in the images for Case #6. Based on the findings, the best diagnosis is:

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6


Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6


Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #6
8. Based on the findings in the images for Case #1, which of the following is the best diagnosis?

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #1
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #1


Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #1
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #1
9. EM of a tumor shows long intertwining processes between cells with abundant external lamina (excessive with redundant folds), and long spacing abnormal collagen fibers. These findings are most suggestive of:
10. For a conventional cervical cytology smear, there should be at least _______ well-visualized cells.
11. The findings in Case #3 are from a 35 y/o sexually active woman who presents to her PCP office for a routine checkup and pap smear. Based on the findings, the best diagnosis is:

Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #3
Anatomic Pathology - Part 1, Image #3