Welcome to the Australian Society of Cytology

The Australian Society of Cytology is the sole national body directed at enhancing diagnostic cytology. Our objectives are to foster an interest in the training and continuing education of cytologists within Australia, to achieve uniformity in the interpretation and reporting of cytological findings, and to advance the knowledge and standards of clinical, diagnostic and general cytology by means of seminars, lectures, case conferences and other activities.

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Newest Educational materials

Planet Shield January 2025

Unknown non-gynaecological cases for review. Read more

Cytomorphology Course  22 November 2023

This is a brief introductory course on Cytopathology. The focus is on diagnostic morphology. Read more

Academic Calendar 21 November 2023

Recordings of various topics presented by the Branches throughout the year. Read more

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Jobs in Cytology

Members can view vacancies in Cytology available across Australia on this site.

Laboratory managers who are members of the Society may post them free of charge by following the link below and clicking on "Want to advertise a job?"

Current Vacancies

 

Logging In

If you are a current member logging in for the first time, click on LOGIN above and then select "Forgot Username". Once you have created a password and you have logged in, click on your name at the top to visit the member site.

CEC Online Diary 2025

31 January 2025

Start entering your 2025 data now. Keep your diary here instead of paper format and add to it as you go. At the end of the year the totals are already done for you and you don't need to do anything. At the beginning of January 2026, your totals will be recorded as your submission and a certificate and report will be sent in early February. Those who wish to use the paper or Excel spreadsheet format are still able to do so, you can record your totals here in December by using the "summary" option in each category. Read More

53rd Annual Scientific Meeting & 2026 Tutorials

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About the conference

The Australian Society of Cytology is proud to be holding the 53rd Annual Scientific Meeting in Hobart in October/November 2026. The meeting will be preceded by a basic Tutorial on the Friday afternoon and followed by an advanced Tutorial on the Monday.

Conference Documents

Trade Opportunities

Abstract Submission
Abstract Guidelines
Downloadable Program

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Where And When

Hobart, Tasmania
30 October - 1 November 2026
Hotel Grand Chancellor

Hobart, Tasmania, Australia

Educational Links

Branch Meetings

Recordings of online branch meetings are available for viewing with permission of the presenters. Many topics are covered.

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CTASC Syllabus

CTASC Candidates are advised to follow this Syllabus as part of their studies prior to sitting the CTASC examination.

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CTASC Exam Application

Non-Medical Members with more than 24 months membership prior to the June examination are eligible to sit either the Gynae, Non-Gynae or both examinations. The exam is held on the last weekend of June each year in Adelaide CBD.

Application Form   

Fellowship of the ASC

The fellowship examination is a higher qualification offered by the Society to denote competency to direct the scientific practice of a large or complex cytology department and fulfil a senior diagnostic role.

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Cytology Resource Links

eAtlas Education Centre

A temporary place for six extensive resources compiled by senior scientists and pathologists.

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Planet Shield

Non-Gynaecological unknown cases.

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Standardised Reporting Guidelines

The Australian Society of Cytology Board of Education recommends the use of the International Standardised Systems for Cytopathology Reporting.

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RCPA eCases Library

With kind permission from the RCPA, ASC members may gain access to their eCases Library.

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Become a certified medical laboratory scientist

ASC scientist members working in Australia who have met the requirements for the ASC CEC scheme for the previous 2 years, can now apply for CMLS certification at no cost.

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