Diagnostic Pathology Laboratory
The Oral Pathology Laboratory currently accessions more than 15,000 specimens annually including over 500 direct immunofluorescent antibody studies.
The laboratory is a comprehensive, computerized service for processing and diagnosing oral biopsy and cytology specimens. In addition to routine histochemical procedures, immunohistochemical and immunofluorescence techniques are also available for diagnostically challenging cases. A diagnosis is reported within 48 hours of receipt for the majority of specimens. Clinicians receive a detailed report on every specimen submitted. Fax and email capability is available. When cases are malignant or atypical, the diagnosis is usually discussed with the provider and/or communicated immediately telephonically followed by a written final report. Consultation with the pathologist is available whenever a clinician has a biopsy-related query. A nation-wide courier service is available to pick up your specimens.
Biopsy kits with formalin-filled specimen bottles, Michel’s solution-filled bottles, and cytology kits, history sheets are provided by the laboratory at no cost to the clinician. The Oral Pathology Laboratory bills each patient directly for services rendered. Clinicians are not billed for our services unless a patient’s address is not provided.
For further information or to order biopsy containers call 1-800-500-7585 or email Oral Pathology.