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However there is need to evaluate simple, inexpensive techniques which can be used for screening of trachoma in endemic regions.<\/jats:p><jats:p>We report two cases where conjunctival impression cytology played a part in confirming the diagnosis of trachoma. We used a modified technique of obtaining conjunctival impressions, which not only met with better patient compliance and minimal ocular distress, but also provided better cellularity and morphology of cells for evaluation.<\/jats:p><jats:p>The impression smears showed squamous metaplasia and loss of goblet cells. The cytoplasm of these cells had a hazy, moth eaten appearance and showed presence of intracytoplasmic inclusions. These basophilic inclusions were present singly and in clusters and were around 5 \u03bcm in diameter. 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