Pathology Pathology
Examining tissue and cells under the microscope to establish what a lesion is. This is usually where the final answer comes from.
Who is usually sent here
You will almost never meet them — samples arrive after a biopsy or an operation.
What this specialty does NOT cover
Results take time because the sample goes through many processing steps, not because someone is slow. Ask for the expected date rather than for speed.
What a first visit usually involves
There is no appointment. But you may request a copy of the report and ask about borrowing the slides when seeking care elsewhere.
Bring with you
Not applicable — but keep a copy of the report, as it is the single most important document when seeking care elsewhere.
Worth asking
- When will it be ready and who will tell me
- May I have a copy
- If I go elsewhere, how are the slides borrowed