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Cytology is the correct procedure used to analyze cells from body fluids. This field specifically focuses on the examination of individual cells and their morphological characteristics. It is particularly valuable in diagnosing diseases, including cancers, by assessing cellular abnormalities and changes in cell structure. Samples for cytological analysis can be obtained from various body fluids, such as urine, pleural fluid, or cerebrospinal fluid, where the cellular composition can provide crucial diagnostic information.

In contrast, histology involves the study of tissue samples rather than individual cells, focusing more on the organization and morphology of tissues rather than analyzing fluid. Hematology deals primarily with blood and blood-forming organs, evaluating components like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets rather than cells from body fluids. Microbiology focuses on the study of microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, and while it may involve bodily fluids, it does not specifically analyze the cells present in those fluids. Thus, cytology is distinctly aligned with the analysis of cells obtained from body fluids.