An unknown cell in a body fluid possesses the following morphologic characteristics: 35 mcM in size, partially clumped chromatin, prominent nucleoli, jagged nuclear membrane, and clumped cell with nuclear molding. What is the most likely identification of the unknown cell?
A) Mesothelial cell
B) Small-cell carcinoma cell
C) Adenocarcinoma cell
D) Leukemic blast cell

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The described characteristics, such as prominent nucleoli, jagged nuclear membrane, and nuclear molding, are indicative of an adenocarcinoma cell, which is a type of cancer cell often found in body fluids.

An Unknown Cell in a Body Fluid Possesses the Following