What is the primary advantage of the 'non-aspiration' (capillary) technique over the 'aspiration' (suction) technique in FNAC?
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Correct answer: It results in less blood contamination and better cellular detail
The non-aspiration technique relies on capillary action. It is often preferred for vascular organs like the thyroid or lymph nodes because it typically results in less hemodilution and higher quality smears.
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