In How Many Days Will the Pathology Result Come Out? Pathology Result Learning

Pathology result is a report containing the diagnosis determined by examining the cells and tissues taken from the patient under the microscope. The pathology result also includes information about the size, shape and appearance of the piece that can be identified with the naked eye. The pathologist is the doctor who performs the examination and writes the pathology result. It plays a very important role in cancer diagnosis and staging. When the cancer is diagnosed and staging, the best treatment modality can be determined for the patient.

What is the Pathology Result?

The pathology result usually includes the following information:

• Name and information such as date of birth, patient file number and social security number that identifies the patient
• Special number to identify the specimen (sample) taken from the patient
• Date of specimen collection and type of procedure from which specimen was obtained ( surgery, biopsy, blood sample…)
• The surgical margin of the tumor (if there is tumor tissue around the specimen, it is called positive, if there is healthy tissue, it is called negative surgical margin)
• The patient's anamnesis (medical history) and current clinical diagnosis
• Macroscopic examination of the specimen and detailed description made by the pathologist under the microscope
• Final diagnosis by the pathologist
• Name of the pathology laboratory and the name, surname and signature of the pathologist

Most of the time, the doctor needs to perform a biopsy or surgery to be able to extract and examine cells and tissues. Some ways to take a biopsy are as follows:

• A biopsy needle can be used to withdraw tissue or fluid
• Samples can be taken from body cavities with a light and thin tube called an endoscope
• Surgery may be performed to remove all or part of the tumor

If the entire tumor is removed, typically some of the surrounding healthy tissue is removed along with the tumor. The specimen is sent to the pathology laboratory. The specimen is divided into thin sections for microscopic examination in the pathology laboratory. This is called histological (tissue) examination and is the best method for determining whether tissue is cancerous. The pathologist may also perform a cytological (cell) examination. Cytological examination material is found in urine, cerebrospinal fluid, sputum, fluid in the abdominal cavity (peritoneal fluid), fluid in the chest cavity ( pleural fluid) or a cervical/vaginal smear sample. There are two methods for examining the specimen in thin sections: frozen sections and paraffin-coated sections. Paraffin sections are prepared by placing them in a fixative called formalin and coating them with paraffin to protect and preserve the tissue. When the paraffin hardens, it is divided into thin sections. This process takes several days. However, in this way, more precise results can be obtained compared to frozen sections. Frozen sections are obtained by dividing thin sections after freezing. It can be prepared in 15-20 minutes while the patient is still in the operating room. Frozen sections are the preferred examination method when immediate results are required. For example, the surgeon may use the frozen method to determine whether the tissue is cancerous during the operation and to decide on the surgical technique.

In How Many Days Will the Pathology Result Come Out?

After the pathologist has taken the pathology report, biopsy or send it to the doctor within 2-5 days after the operation. However, this period can sometimes be extended up to 10 days. The main reason why the pathology report does not come out in a short time is that the technical procedures applied to the specimens take a long time and differ according to the tissue and the disease. There are many factors affecting the process. In order to be examined in thin sections, it must be treated with strong acids and chemical solutions. Structures containing excess fat, such as breast tissue, may need to stay in the fixative called formalin for longer. Some cancer diagnoses require special techniques and special dyes. This period will be longer for the specimens to be examined histochemically and immunohistochemically. Flow cytometry, electron microscopy, molecular genetic tests can be performed in examinations that require further evaluation. With each special technique and further evaluation, the process may take longer. Pathology results are written in technical medical language. The patient can request a copy of the pathology result from his doctor and can ask the doctor to explain the pathology result to him. The patient can receive and store the pathology result.

P How to Learn the Atology Results?

Depending on the type of specimen and the method of collection, the doctor may indicate to the patient in how many days the pathology result will be obtained. When the pathology result is obtained, the patient can learn the pathology result by applying to his doctor in the hospital where the procedure was performed. When it is learned by applying to the hospital, the doctor can explain the pathology report written in medical and technical language to the patient.

Post-operative pathology result or post-biopsy pathology result is very important in determining the diagnosis of the patient, as well as playing a very important role in treatment. The most appropriate treatment modality for the patient is determined according to the pathology result. Especially for cancer treatment, treatment options such as chemotherapy, radiotherapy or surgery are evaluated. The clinically suspected disease in the patient can be ruled out as a result of pathological examinations. A clear pathology result means that there is no finding that can be associated with the disease in the sample taken from the patient. Pathology result is the definitive diagnosis for most diseases or guides a diagnosis.

How to Learn Pathology Results?

Pathology results can also be followed and learned via the E-Pulse system without applying to the hospital where the procedure is performed. In order to learn the pathology result, the pathology results can be accessed via the TR Identity Number by entering the information requested by the system. The pathology result query page leads to the pathology report. Like all other tests performed in the hospital, the pathology report is also uploaded to the system. As a legal obligation, paraffin sections are stored for up to 10 years and preparations for up to 20 years.

Pathology result reports are kept indefinitely. In summary, the importance of pathology results in medical diagnosis and treatment is undeniable. It is the gold standard diagnostic method in many diseases, especially cancer diagnosis, and shapes the definitive diagnosis and treatment. It is important to learn the pathology result by applying to the hospital where the procedure is performed, in terms of ensuring coordination between the patient and the physician. By learning the result, the next stage is planned. The patient can reach the pathology report within an average of 5 days. For early diagnosis and best treatment, do not neglect the pathology result, and consult your doctor.

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