Question

The Father of Modern Cytology is
A) Leeuwenhoek
B) Robert Hooke
C) C.P. Swanson
D) A.K. Sharma

Answer 1

Hint: Cytology helps in the examination of a single cell type present within a given fluid specimen.

Complete Answer:
Let us first know more about cytology. Cytology is a branch under pathology which is the science of causes and effects of various diseases.
It deals with the lab examination of various body tissues for both diagnostic and forensic purposes.
1) Option A: Leeuwenhoek was the first one to observe the free cells such as protozoa, bacteria, sperms, and red blood cells. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.
2) Option B: Robert Hooke is popular for his contribution to the field of microbiology. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.
3) Option C: C.P. Swanson is called the father of Modern Cytology in recognition of his tremendous contributions to his field of study. TTherefore, this is the correct option.
4) Option D: A.K. Sharma is popular as the Father of Indian Cytology. Therefore, this is the incorrect option.

Thus, the correct option is C)C.P. Swanson.

Additional information: The various branches under pathology other than cytology are,
(i) Dermatopathology
(ii) Neuropathology
(iii) Pulmonary pathology
(iv) Surgical pathology
(v) Histopathology
(vi) Renal pathology
(vii) Forensic pathology and much more

Note: The various uses of cytology are,
- It is used for diagnosing diseases like cancer.
- It is used for examining a single cell.
- It is important for generating medicines, vaccines, etc.
- It plays a major role in screening fetal abnormalities and diagnosing infectious organisms.