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ASC-H in cervical cytology stands for:

  1. Atypical squamous cells – cannot exclude HSIL
  2. Advanced squamous carcinoma – high grade
  3. Atypical secretory carcinoma – high risk
  4. Abnormal squamous hyperplasia
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Correct answer: Atypical squamous cells – cannot exclude HSIL

ASC-H refers to atypical squamous cells where HSIL cannot be excluded. It carries a higher risk of significant dysplasia than ASC-US.

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