1- Preparations show a dense population of neutrophils with some small lymphocytes as well as many cell debris. No evidence of atypical or malignant cells.
2- Preparations show a moderate number of neutrophils and small lymphocytes with scattared reactive mesothelial cells. No evidence of atypical or malignant cells.
Rt pleural effusion with Lt pleural empyema.
Two samples were received:
1- Rt pleural fluid sample: one smear was prepared and stained from submitted 1 ml pale yellow fluid with pus.
2- Lt pleural fluid sample: one smear was prepared and stained from submitted 1 ml creany material.
Pleural fluid, cytology: