Understanding Histopathology

Histopathology is the study of tissues under a microscope to diagnose diseases. At SoftMed Lab, we carefully examine tissue samples to identify any abnormalities or diseases. This helps doctors make accurate diagnoses and create effective treatment plans.

Our Histopathology Services

1. Biopsy Analysis

• What it is: Examining small pieces of tissue taken from the body.
• Why it’s important: Helps diagnose conditions like cancer, infections, and other diseases.
• How we do it: We process and stain the tissue, then examine it under a microscope.

2. Surgical Pathology

• What it is: Studying tissues removed during surgery.
• Why it’s important: Provides detailed information about diseases and helps guide treatment.
• How we do it: We analyze the tissues to understand the disease and its extent.

3. Frozen Section Analysis

• What it is: A quick test done during surgery.
• Why it’s important: Helps surgeons make immediate decisions while the patient is still in the operating room.
• How we do it: We freeze the tissue, cut it into thin slices, and examine it quickly.

4. Tumor Grading

• What it is: Assessing the severity and stage of cancer.
• Why it’s important: Determines how aggressive the cancer is and helps plan the best treatment.
• How we do it: We examine the cancer cells and assign a grade based on their appearance.

Questions? You’re Covered

How are tissue samples collected for histopathology?

Tissue samples are usually collected through a biopsy or during surgery. A doctor or surgeon will remove a small piece of tissue from the area of concern, which is then sent to our lab for analysis.

What does tumor grading mean?

Tumor grading involves examining cancer cells to determine how aggressive they are. We look at the cells under a microscope and assign a grade based on their appearance. This information helps doctors understand how serious the cancer is and plan the most effective treatment.

How long does it take to get histopathology results?

The turnaround time for histopathology results can vary depending on the complexity of the test. However, we strive to deliver accurate and reliable results as quickly as possible, typically within a few days to a week.