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Our Services

We utilize a combined approach of experienced pathologists and modern technology to ensure our samples are processed, stained, and analyzed with accuracy and confidence. Our pathologists pride themselves on a standardized reporting system that includes diagnostic, prognostic and therapeutic parameters. Our services are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

To see information on a specific service click on a link to the right or continue reading below for an overview of our services.


Molecular Laboratory Test Services

Molecular Diagnostics

HPV
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
Cystic Fibrosis

Cytology

Cervical/Vaginal Smears
Fine Needle Aspiration Interpretation

Histology

Immunohistochemistry
HER2-neu/FISH
Triple Stain

 

Cytology

Our cytology department processes 95,000 gynecologic pap smears and 3,300 non-gyn specimens annually using superior ThinPrep technology. This allows optimal evaluation of the cells present while minimizing background blood and inflammation. We provide excellent turn-around-time for Pap Smear results, with reports being issued within 6 days for 99% of our cases. Read More...

 

Dermatopathology

A board certified Dermatopathologist is available for evaluating skin lesions. Dermatopathology services also include on-site frozen section diagnosis for margin evaluation and Direct Immunofluorescence for diagnosis of vesicular/bullous diseases. Electron microscopy is also available in-house for cases where epidermolysis bullosa or Langerhans cell histiocytosis is in the differential. Read More...


Breast Pathology

We analyze all breast tumors for the following prognostic and predictive markers using automated image analysis tools: Ki-67 a proliferative index, P53 a tumor suppressive gene, and the estrogen and progesteronehormone receptors. Read More...

 

 

 


Gynecologic Pathology

Besides offering excellent services for routine Pap smears, our pathologists review hundreds of gynecologic biopsy and surgical specimens each year, including many oncologic gynecology cases. The pathologist plays a very important role in the management of women with gynecologic cancer. Read More...

 


Urologic Pathology

The pathologist plays a very important role in the management of men with prostate cancer. We provide important prognostic information to the treating physician that helps determine the most effective therapies for their patients. Read More...

 


Hematopathology

We are a full service hematology and surgical pathology laboratory.
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Gastrointestinal Pathology

We have a highly trained and respected gastrointestinal pathology staff. Read More...

 

 


Renal Transplant

We have a highly trained and respected renal pathology staff. Read More...

 


Immunohistology

Utilization of immunohistological methods allows our pathologists to evaluate tumors, renal biopsies, and skin biopsies.

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Cardiac Transplant Pathology

We have a highly trained and respected cardiac pathology staff. Read More...

 

 

 


Liver Pathology

We pride ourselves on our diagnostic prowess and standardized reporting of chronic liver disorders for optimal patient management decisions. Read More...


Histology

We offer the highest quality histology services, including tissue processing, slide preparation, routine and special stains. We provide a full range of immunohistochemical stains, including the latest clinically relevant antibodies. Read More...

 


Electron Microscopy

Invaluable for the diagnosis of unknown primary neoplasms in malignant tissues, electron microscopy has become the standard of care for evaluation of diagnostic renal biopsies. Read More...