In a lymph node FNA, the presence of 'Tingible body macrophages' suggests which diagnosis?
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Correct answer: Reactive follicular hyperplasia
Tingible body macrophages are histiocytes containing phagocytosed debris from apoptotic lymphocytes. They are a classic feature of reactive germinal centers and help differentiate benign reactive hyperplasia from follicular lymphoma.
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