Services & Diagnostic Investigations

The department provides:

• Histopathological examination of biopsy specimens
• Examination of surgical tissue specimens
• Incisional and excisional biopsy evaluation
• Examination of tissue samples for suspected tumors and cancers
• Diagnosis and classification of benign and malignant lesions
• Assessment of inflammatory and infectious tissue conditions
• Examination of skin, gastrointestinal, breast, thyroid, lymph node, and other tissue specimen
• Surgical pathology examination
• Tissue section preparation for microscopic evaluation
• Special staining when clinically indicated
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC) testing for selected cases

Common Specimens Examined

Depending on the clinical indication, the department can examine specimens such as:

• Breast tissue
• Skin and soft tissue
• Thyroid tissue
• Lymph nodes
• Gastrointestinal biopsies
• Liver tissue
• Prostate tissue
• Uterine and cervical tissue
• Other biopsy and surgical specimens

Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

For selected tumors and diagnostically challenging cases, Immunohistochemistry can be used to identify specific cellular markers and assist in tumor classification and treatment-related assessment.

Selected markers may include:

• ER (Estrogen Receptor)
• PR (Progesterone Receptor)
• HER2
• Ki-67
• Other IHC markers according to the clinical and pathological indication

Laboratory Equipment & Technology

The Histopathology Department is supported by modern tissue-processing and slide-preparation equipment, including:

• Automatic Tissue Processor – for automated processing and preparation of tissue specimens
• Automatic Microtome – for producing thin tissue sections for microscopic examination
• Embedding Station with Cold Plate – for tissue embedding and block preparation
• Automated Tissue Stainer / Auto Stainer – for standardized staining of tissue sections
• Microscopes – for detailed microscopic examination of prepared slides
• Supporting equipment for tissue fixation, processing, embedding, sectioning, staining, and slide preparation

Diagnostic Workflow

• Specimen Collection
• Fixation
• Tissue Processing
• Embedding
• Sectioning
• Staining
• Microscopic Examination
• Pathological Interpretation
• Final Report

Quality & Accuracy

All histopathology procedures are performed according to standardized laboratory practices, with appropriate quality-control measures throughout specimen processing and slide preparation to support reliable and accurate pathological diagnosis.

Reporting

Following microscopic examination and pathological assessment, a comprehensive pathology report is prepared based on the findings and clinical information provided with the specimen.