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What are tingible body macrophages?

Tingible body macrophages are a type of immune cell that help maintain tissue health by removing dead or dying cells. Under a microscope, these macrophages often contain small, dark fragments. These fragments are the remains of cells that have naturally died during an immune response. The word “tingible” refers to these visible pieces of debris. …
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Your pathology report for papillary thyroid carcinoma

Papillary thyroid carcinoma is the most common type of thyroid cancer, accounting for approximately 80 percent of all cases. It starts in the follicular cells of the thyroid gland, which normally produce thyroid hormone. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland at the front of the neck that plays an important role in regulating metabolism. The …
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