Urologic Pathology
Expect more than lab testing from Quest Diagnostics.
Our Urologic Pathologists deliver more through quality-based Anatomic Pathology programs and convenient services.
The Quest Diagnostics Urologic Pathology Team and our peer-approved quality assurance programs give you confidence in results
| • | Our Urologic Pathologists are board-certified by the American Board of Pathology and are available tanswer your questions and concerns about diagnoses | ||||||||||||||||||
| • | Individual proficiency is reviewed daily and enhanced by peer review and meaningful continuing education | ||||||||||||||||||
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Quality assurance protocols mandate peer review for cases diagnosed as:
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positive or "suspicious" for malignancy |
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prostate intraepithelial neoplasia (PIN) |
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atypical small acinar proliferation (ASAP)
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Full menu of special stains for microorganisms, mucin, iron and many other protein and mineral based constituents
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| • | Full menu of immunohistochemical (IHC) antibodies | ||||||||||||||||||
| • | Photomicrograph reports provide detailed information and an organ map to aid in discussions with patients | ||||||||||||||||||
| • | Full menu of blood and urine tests assists in diagnosis or patient monitoring, including PSA, Vysis® UroVysionTM, NMP22®, autoimmune disorders and more | ||||||||||||||||||
Efficient services for your practice
| • | Malignancies and unexpected diagnoses are immediately communicated to your office | ||
| • | Specimen collection kits help ensure proper collection, shipping and handling | ||
| • | Reliable couriers mean less time spent shipping specimens and ordering supplies | ||
| • | Urologic Pathology requisitions accommodate clinical information and provide more convenient ordering | ||
Expertise and education keep you at the forefront
| • | Urology-trained sales representatives and Genomic and Esoteric Sales Specialists (GETS) understand the needs of your practice | ||
| • | Educational forums provide access to medical thought leaders | ||
| • | Questdiagnostics.com offers the latest information, including test selection and utilization | ||
| • | Patient literature and online patient library, helps patients better understand their conditions | ||
Urologic Pathology
Sample Prostate Biopsy Report
| 1. | Diagnoses at-a-glance | ||
| • | Easier to locate | ||
| • | Call attention to critical diagnoses | ||
| 2. | Multiple photomicrographs provide visual confirmation of diagnoses | ||
| 3. | Color-coded organ map | ||
| • | For patient consultation | ||
| • | Percentage involvement for malignancies graphically depicted | ||
| • | Geometric shapes allow for black-and-white interpretation | ||
| 4. | Name, credentials and contact information of reviewing Pathologist facilitates consultation | ||
Expect more.TM
Your patients expect more from you, and you can expect more from Quest Diagnostics.
For Urologic Pathology services you can count on, choose Quest Diagnostics. For more information, fill out this contact form to have a representative contact you.
