1. The branch of pathology that studies the structure and function of cells, especially to diagnose disease.
Usage: medical/scientific field; often used in clinical and diagnostic contexts

Examples

• The pathologist specializes in cytopathology and examines cell samples under a microscope.
• Cytopathology is essential for early cancer detection through analysis of tissue samples.
• The laboratory uses cytopathology techniques to identify abnormal cells in patient specimens.
• She completed her fellowship in cytopathology to become an expert in cellular diagnosis.
• Cytopathology reports help clinicians determine the best treatment plan for their patients.