ACCU-SCOPE EXC-250 Microscope for Fine Needle Aspiration (FNA) Cytology

Built for laboratory teams reviewing fine needle aspiration (FNA) specimens, this ACCU-SCOPE brightfield microscope configuration supports the examination of appropriately prepared and stained cytology slides. FNA microscopy typically begins with low-power screening and progresses to higher magnification to assess individual cells and groups. The microscope is for slide examination, not for performing the needle aspiration procedure itself.

Key Features and Benefits

• Infinity-corrected plan optics and wide-field 10x eyepieces
• Variable-intensity 5W LED transmitted illumination
• Trinocular head supports compatible digital imaging accessories
• Mechanical stage and Abbe NA 1.25 condenser

Common FNA Cytology Applications

• Low-power scanning of stained fine-needle aspirate smears to locate representative cellular areas
• Intermediate-power evaluation of cellularity, background material and cell-group distribution
• Higher-power examination of cell morphology and nuclear detail using 40x and 100x oil-immersion objectives as appropriate
• Review of lymph-node, thyroid, salivary-gland, breast or other aspirate preparations by trained cytology professionals when validated for the laboratory's workflow

Recommended FNA Workflow

Begin with 4x or 10x to locate diagnostic material, use 40x to assess cellular architecture, and use the 100x oil-immersion objective for finer cellular detail where required. Follow your institution's slide preparation, staining, quality control and interpretation protocols.

Technical Specifications and Configuration

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 100x oil-immersion objective included?

Yes, this listing is specifically based on the configuration with a 100x oil objective. Other variants or microscope packages may differ.

Can it be used for rapid on-site evaluation (ROSE)?

It may support microscopic review of appropriately stained FNA slides in a ROSE workflow, subject to the laboratory's staffing, validation and procedures. No diagnostic performance claim is implied.

Does this microscope include an FNA needle, stain kit or camera?

No needle, stain kit or camera is included unless specifically listed in the confirmed order configuration. Contact Microscope Marketplace for compatible accessories.

Product Support

Microscope Marketplace and Munday Scientific can help with configuration, objective selection, imaging accessories and microscope service. Final cytologic interpretation is the responsibility of qualified clinical professionals.

Manufacturer Resources

• Official EXC-250 product details
• EXC-250 brochure
• EXC-250 manual