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Clinical Stem 2
A patient with pulmonary nodules 1 year after curative intent resection of primary lung adenocarcinoma

Question 5
Are cytology specimens from bronchioloalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid and brushings satisfactory for molecular testing?
A. Yes, there is strong evidence proving specimen adequacy for molecular testing

B. No, these specimens are sufficient only for cytomorphologic diagnosis

C. This question has not been answered for all molecular markers
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