Histopathology and Cancer Pathology

Available Services:

• Comprehensive Diagnostic Services: The department handles a wide range of biological specimens from different organs and body systems, including tissue samples, biopsies, surgical specimens, bone marrow, blood, cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), and various body fluids.

• Specimen Processing and Preparation: Specimens undergo comprehensive processing and preparation, including processing, embedding, and sectioning, in addition to routine and special staining, using advanced equipment and techniques to ensure the quality and accuracy of diagnostic results.

• Immunohistochemistry (IHC): The department is equipped with a modern immunohistochemistry system and offers a comprehensive and continuously updated range of immunostains covering various diagnostic needs, particularly for the diagnosis and classification of tumors and other diseases, in accordance with the latest diagnostic standards and updates.

• Flow Cytometry: The department is equipped with a flow cytometry system for the diagnosis and classification of hematologic diseases and hematologic malignancies, including leukemias and lymphomas, as well as the evaluation of certain blood and bone marrow disorders.

• Molecular Pathology: The department includes a specialized unit for molecular and genetic testing, covering a wide range of genetic mutations and molecular alterations associated with various tumors. These tests support diagnosis and classification and help identify certain predictive and therapeutic biomarkers.

• Collaboration with King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC): The department maintains ongoing collaboration with King Hussein Cancer Center to perform advanced tests that are not available in the department, provide access to specialized consultations, confirm selected complex diagnoses, and support the follow-up of oncology and hematology cases.

• Expertise and Subspecialties: The department includes specialized pathologists with expertise in subspecialties such as hematopathology, soft tissue pathology, and bone pathology, in addition to expertise across various areas of diagnostic pathology.

• Pathology Residency Program: The department offers a pathology residency program that provides specialized training for residents in various areas of diagnostic pathology, with exposure to a diverse range of cases and modern diagnostic techniques and tests.

• Continuous Development and Keeping Up with Advances: The department continuously keeps pace with advances in diagnostic pathology by updating its tests, techniques, and diagnostic panels in line with the latest developments and international standards.

• Immunofluorescence (IF): The department is equipped with specialized immunofluorescence facilities, enabling advanced immunologic testing, particularly on kidney and skin biopsies. These tests support the diagnosis and classification of immune-mediated kidney diseases, immune-mediated skin diseases, autoimmune disorders, and immunoglobulin and complement deposits, enhancing the department’s diagnostic capabilities in complex immunologic cases.