Title:Need to Think Outside Organ-based Diagnosis to Molecular Diagnostics
Volume: 1
Issue: 1
Author(s): Alia Albawardi
Affiliation:
Keywords:
Pathology, breast carcinoma, gastrointestinal stroma tumor, lung carcinoma, immunohistochemistry, molecular, in
situ hybridization, microarray analysis, targeted therapeutics, human epidermal growth factor receptor-2, epidermal growth
factor receptor.
Abstract: Pathology is a deep-rooted science; based on macroscopic and microscopic examination of diseased organs and
tissues. Research advancement introduced newer investigative techniques and modalities, aiming at refining and improving
diagnostic accuracy. Special stains, immunohistochemistry, and recently molecular studies are all being employed in
the daily practice of anatomical pathology. This article emphasizes the clinical relevance of molecular studies in the field
of pathology.
