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Microcrystallography of Protein Crystals and In Cellulo Diffraction
Published on: July 21, 2017
Crystals and crystalloids in cytopathology: Incidence and importance
Vanda F Torous1, Leslie G Dodd2, Patrick J McIntire3
1Department of Pathology, Massachusetts General Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Abstract:
Many crystals and crystal-like structures may be encountered in cytopathology practice and can represent both beautiful novelties and diagnostic aids. The authors present an organ-specific review of the published literature on crystals combined with personal experiences. The purpose is not only to serve as a reference guide by highlighting the clinical and morphologic features of crystals, crystalloids, and crystal-like structures but also to review their significance and to offer reporting strategies in cases that bear management implications.
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