Pathology for patients
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Updated: June 10, 2025
Diagnosis library
Learn more about your diagnosis and pathology report with articles written by pathologists for patients.
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Pathology dictionary
Our patient-friendly pathology dictionary provides definitions for the most commonly used terms and phrases in pathology reports, as used by pathologists.
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Pathology report 101
An introduction to pathology reports for patients. Learn more about the format, sections, and information found in most pathology reports.
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Cancer biomarkers
Learn how cancer biomarkers—genes, proteins, or other molecules—provide critical information about your cancer and help guide treatment decisions. This article explains what biomarkers are, how they are used, and what to expect in your pathology report.
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Ask a pathologist
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Patient stories
MyPathologyReport is now partnering with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) and the ASCP
Patient Champions program, which brings together additional patient resources and inspirational stories
directly from patients who have experienced a range of difficult diagnoses.
Pathology FAQ
Quickly find answers to the most frequently asked questions about pathology reports. Answers are written by our experts and reviewed by our team of patient advisers.
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