Anatomic Pathology Tools for Comprehensive Diagnosis

Anatomic pathology is dedicated to disease diagnosis through the utilization of these techniques. Here's a closer look at the key methods:

Dermatopathology: Pathologists provide consultative and diagnostic expertise in the evaluation of skin diseases, including inflammatory and neoplastic processes.

Cytopathology provides gynecological and non-gynecologic cytology services. Fine-Needle Aspiration is also available to provide rapid diagnoses for patients with masses or lesions.

Pap smear: A common application of cytopathology is the Pap Smear, a screening tool used to detect pre-cancerous cervical lesions that may lead to cervical cancer.

Fine-needle aspiration biopsies: This technique uses a thin needle to remove a sample of cells from just beneath a patient's skin. The cytopathologist identifies cells that pose potential danger to a patient such as pre-cancerous, cancerous or infected cells.

Electron microscopy: The electron microscope is used to view thin specimens (tissue sections, molecules, etc.) through a beam of electrons to create an image of a specimen.

Hematopathology: This area performs diagnostic evaluation of blood, bone marrow, lymph nodes and other lymphoid lesions to identify leukemia, lymphoma and blood disorders.

Image analysis: We quantitatively evaluate immunohistochemically markers using image analysis for aiding in the diagnosis and prognosis of cancer and other diseases.

Immunohistochemistry: Our technologists prepare tissue samples to identify specific proteins to diagnose abnormal cells such as those found in cancerous tumors.

Molecular pathology: Our specialists delve into the molecular level of tissues and cells to gain insights into disease processes.

Neuropathology: Our pathologists study tissue from the brain and spinal cord to diagnose central nervous system diseases.

Surgical pathology: We examine tissue removed from patients during surgery to help provide a diagnosis and determine a treatment plan.

Renal pathology: Our experts focus on studying tissue samples to diagnose kidney diseases accurately.

Autopsy: A post-mortem examination is performed to help determine the cause of death and identify any diseases present.