The Morphology of Necrosis: Understanding the Patterns of Cell Death
Introduction Necrosis is one of the most important cellular processes for pathologists’ assistants to understand. It represents accidental, unregulated cell […]
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Tissue Fixation and Processing: A Pathologists’ Assistant’s Intro Guide
Mikael Häggström, M.D. Author info – Reusing images- Conflicts of interest: NoneMikael Häggström, M.D.Consent note: Consent from the patient or
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Gastrectomy/Esophagectomy Grossing Overview
This article details grossing for neoplastic gastrectomy or esophagectomy specimens. Initial orientation Before beginning grossing, take time to orient these
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Understanding Neoplastic Colon Polyps: Sessile vs Pedunculated vs Villous
What Are Colon Polyps? Colon polyps are abnormal mucosal growths projecting into the lumen of the colon. They vary widely
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How to Get Certified as a Pathologists’ Assistant in Canada
Considering a career as a pathologists’ assistant (PA) in Canada? Certification isn’t legally required but it’s a major advantage. Whether
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Pathologist vs Pathologists’ Assistants: Key Differences Explained
What Does a Pathologist Do? And How Does a Pathologist Assistant Fit In? First off: what exactly is a pathologist?
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What Is a Pathologists’ Assistant? (And What They Actually Do)
The Typical Job Description (and Why It’s Not That Helpful) You’ve probably seen a description that sounds something like: Pathologists’