What is in situ hybridization? In situ hybridization (ISH) is a laboratory test used to see genetic material, such as DNA or RNA, within cells or tissues. It is commonly used in medicine to identify and visualize specific genes or gene products and to detect infectious agents such as viruses. How does in situ hybridization …
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An amendment to a pathology report is a change or addition made to a previously issued pathology report. Any amendment to a pathology report must be documented and communicated to the appropriate healthcare providers involved in the patient’s care, as it may impact subsequent management decisions. An amendment to a pathology report may be necessary …
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An addendum is additional information added to your pathology report after it was finalized by a pathologist. Most addendums are added to the bottom of the original report. The purpose of an addendum is to communicate additional information which supports the original diagnosis or interpretation. For example, test results such as immunohistochemistry, fluorescence in situ …
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