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cytology

/sɪˈtɒlədʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does cytology mean?

noun

The branch of biology that deals with the study of the structure, function, and diseases of cells. It is a branch of pathology which studies the changes in cells and tissues caused by disease.

Example

"The cytologist examined the cells under a microscope to diagnose the patient's condition."

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