A salivary gland tumour, which histologically shows a double layer of epithelial cells based on a reactive lymphoid stroma is_______________?

Correct answer: D. Warthin tumour

  • A. Pleomorphic adenoma
  • B. Mucoepidermoid carcinoma
  • C. Acinic cell tumour
  • D. Warthin tumour

Explanation

Warthin tumour has cystic spaces lined by a characteristic double layer of oncocytic epithelial cells supported by lymphoid stroma. This combination is also called papillary cystadenoma lymphomatosum.

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