Current applications of molecular testing on body cavity fluids

Introduction Effusion cytology has a high sensitivity for the diagnosis of malignancy and provides abundant material for molecular testing. Effusion draining is a minimally invasive procedure with few complications. Materials and methods We performed a review of publications regarding the use of molecular testing in serous effusions. Results In diagnostics, BAP‐1 IHC and CDKN2A FISH are powerful tools for the diagnosis of malignant mesothelioma....