An extensive excerpt from a manual of surgical pathology, offering detailed procedural and diagnostic guidance for handling a vast array of surgical specimens. It covers essential topics like specimen processing, including fixation, gross examination, photography, and the handling of sharps and biohazards, while also providing context on the need for updated manuals due to rapidly expanding medical knowledge. The manual provides specific protocols and checklists for various organ systems and tumor types, such as breast, gastrointestinal, gynecologic, and head and neck, along with comprehensive information on immunohistochemistry markers, cytogenetics, and the evaluation of infectious diseases. Furthermore, it addresses crucial administrative and quality assurance aspects, including report standardization, managing missing specimens, and ensuring the chain of evidence for forensic materials like bullets.
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