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Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA)
Fine needle aspiration collects cells from a lump or other site for microscopic assessment.
Fine needle aspiration collects cells from a lump or other site for microscopic assessment. Results may guide diagnosis or indicate a need for further testing.
Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.
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