Anatomic Pathology Outreach Services

The CDC has emphasized that the key to diagnosing and recognizing disease lies in the hands of laboratory professionals and pathologists.

Histology

Complete workup of kidney and muscle biopsies, includes ultrastructural evaluation
Nerve, tumors, skin and platelets can also be processed
An out-of-paraffin workup may be helpful for diagnosis
Rapid turnaround

Full-service diagnostic laboratory
ThinPrep® and conventional Paps and Reflex HPV testing
One-vial Pap/GC/Chlamydia testing with microbiology laboratory
Fine needle aspiration
Non-gynecologic specimens
ThinPrep® imaging system
Extensive quality assurance program
Access to three board-certified cytopathologists for questions and interpretations

Pre-printed, customized requisitions
Supplies
- Specimen containers with formalin
- Microscope slides and slide folders
- Cytology fixative
- Alcohol containers for fluids and FNA slides
- PapKits with cervical cytobrushes or brooms and plastic spatulas
- ThinPrep® vials
- Poly bags for specimen and requisition transport
Detailed reports may include color photos and digital images
Daily courier service
- Specimen pick-up
- Report delivery
- Specimens accessioned within one hour of receipt
Most health plans accepted
Direct access to pathologists for questions, problems or interpretations
In-service and continuing education programs upon request