Is cytology an accurate diagnostic test?

Cytology revolves around collecting material from a specific patient and examining it under a microscope. The accuracy of this process hinges on the nature of the disease or problem being assessed, the type of sample obtained, and most crucially, the experience of the observer. Notably, experienced dermatologist vets excel in reading cytology slides, enhancing the accuracy of diagnoses. For instance, while cytology is highly effective in diagnosing bacterial or yeast infections, it may not be the preferred diagnostic tool for identifying skin cancer.