clue cell

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Introduction

Squamous epithelial cells containing &/or covered with many bacteria that obscure the edges, observed in vaginal discharge of patients with bacterial vaginitis.

Laboratory

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References

  1. Medical Knowledge Self Assessment Program (MKSAP) 14, American College of Physicians, Philadelphia 2006
  2. 2.0 2.1 Image of Clue cell https://kpi.nejmgroup.org/605_feedback_figure.jpg