FINE NEEDLE ASPIRATION CYTOLOGY - INADEQUATE

Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) is a minimally invasive procedure used to collect cells from a mass or suspicious area for microscopic examination.An inadequate FNAC result means the sample collected was insufficient for a definitive diagnosis.This could be due to various reasons, including poor cellularity, excessive blood contamination, or technical difficulties during the procedure.In such cases, a repeat FNAC or an alternative diagnostic procedure like a core needle biopsy or surgical excision may be necessary for further evaluation.