Molecular Diagnostics of Melanoma Fine-Needle Aspirates

Kurt D. Bernacki, Bryan L. Betz, Helmut C. Weigelin, Christopher D. Lao, Bruce G. Redman, Stewart M. Knoepp, Michael H. Roh
2012 American Journal of Clinical Pathology  
A b s t r a c t Upon completion of this activity you will be able to: • discuss the role of molecular testing for melanoma with respect to targeted therapy and personalized medicine. • discuss the advantages and disadvantages associated with the use of direct smears versus cell blocks for ancillary molecular testing.
doi:10.1309/ajcpeqjw3plooztc pmid:23086767 fatcat:fvsavjebafejllggj5lfigspdi