Tests
Biopsy and pathology report
Biopsy and pathology report
Examines sampled cells or tissues to characterize disease.
Sources checked · Introductory guide
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What does the test do?
A pathologist examines the sample and reports diagnostic and treatment-related findings.[1]
Understanding results
Cancer type, grade, margins and biomarkers depend on the sample and tests.[2]
Before the test
Ask about sampling, bleeding risk, fasting and medicine instructions.[1]
Questions for your care team
- When will additional stains or molecular results be available?
Sources and scope
Source documents are in English.
Entries summarize and translate linked official public sources. The source-check date records when those sources were checked; it does not indicate a clinician’s review.
General information based on official public sources. This is not a complete list of uses or side effects. Individual treatment decisions require your care team and current source documents. US-source uses do not establish local approval or reimbursement.