Cytology of a seminoma in a koi (Cyprinus carpio): a rapid diagnostic tool
Claudio Pigoli,
Gabriele Ghisleni,
Federico Armando
et al.
Abstract:Koi(Cyprinus carpio) is an ornamental variety of common carp frequently kept as pets. Given their long lifespan, neoplasia, albeit uncommon, may occur in these animals, and only a few studies have faced their cytological diagnosis. In the present case, a koi carp was referred to the clinicians due to coelomic swelling. The carp underwent surgery, which revealed an enlargement of both testes. Testicular samples were cytologically and histologically examined. The lesion was diagnosed as a seminoma since it was c… Show more
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