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Central Oregon Pathology Consultants operates a Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Clinic for the evaluation of superficial, palpable masses. FNAs are performed by Dr. Cheryl Younger, a board certified cytopathologist.
Lesions/masses most commonly aspirated include enlarged lymph nodes, salivary gland neoplasms, thyroid nodules, skin nodules and breast masses. Most discrete palpable nodules can be evaluated using fine needle aspiration.
Because a portion of the FNA specimen is analyzed at the time of the aspiration, a preliminary impression can usually be provided to both the patient and the referring physician at the time of the procedure. In addition, the rapid assessment by a cytopathologist ensures that adequate material is obtained.
Additional material for flow cytometric analysis and immunohistochemistry can be obtained during the initial patient visit if the rapid assessment results indicate a need for ancillary studies. A final diagnosis is usually available within 24 hours. Appointments can be made by calling (541) 382-7696.
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CENTRAL OREGON PATHOLOGY CONSULTANTS, PC
1348 NE Cushing Drive, Suite 200, Bend, Oregon 97701
PH: (541) 382-7696 | FX: (541) 389-5723
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