Most frequently encountered non-gynaecology cytology specimens (exfoliative and fine needle aspiration) in 2019 and 2020
| Specimen type | 2019 | 2020 | Difference % (n) |
| Thyroid | 228 | 193 | 15.3 (35) |
| Lung | 616 | 352 | 42.8 (264) |
| Neck NOS | 77 | 53 | 31.1 (24) |
| Salivary gland | 73 | 61 | 16.4 (12) |
| Overall caseload | 1170 | 871 | 25.5 (299) |
NOS, not otherwise specified.