In an FNA of the pancreas, finding 'mucin-rich' fluid with low cellularity should raise suspicion for:
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Correct answer: Mucinous cystic neoplasm
Mucinous cystic neoplasms (MCN) and Intraductal Papillary Mucinous Neoplasms (IPMN) yield thick, mucoid material. Cytology combined with biochemical testing of the fluid (e.g., CEA levels) is used to assess the risk of malignancy.
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