Anatomopathology

Professionals

This information is provided for physicians and care providers.

Tasks

Tasks

Our main tasks include:

  • Tissue examination
  • Cytology
  • Immunohistochemistry
  • Autopsy
  • Active participation in MOC meetings. MOC stands for Multidisciplinary Oncology Committee. At these MOCs, we engage with other services on the treatment of our oncology patients.
  • Collaboration with laboratories for molecular diagnostics and the Genetics Department:
    • FISH analysis (e.g. HER2/Neu; haematological malignancies).
    • Microsatellite instability in tumor to the colon.
    • k-RAS mutation analysis.
    • EGFR determination in colon and lung tumours.
    • Molecular pathological exam.
    • Immunofluorescence and electron microscopy kidney biopsies.
    • PCR HPV determination in cervicovaginal smears.

Laboratory guide

Laboratory guide

You can consult the Anatomopathology Department's laboratory guide here.