PathGroup clients rely on our dedicated Urologic Pathology team to interpret and deliver accurate, timely results for the best possible patient care. Combined with the doctor’s knowledge of a patient’s medical history, PathGroup’s team of specialists provides the most comprehensive diagnostic information from which to determine a course of treatment. Our quality, focused reporting provides definitive diagnoses, reducing the frustration and additional testing that comes with equivocal diagnoses.

PathGroup’s comprehensive Urologic Pathology services include:

  • Prostate, Bladder, Ureter and Urethral Anatomic Pathology
  • DNA Ploidy Analysis
  • Immunohistochemical Analysis
  • UroVysion (FISH)
  • Urine Cytology
  • PCA3
  • Total PSA and Free/Total Ratio PSA
  • Stone Analysis (Chemical Composition)
  • Additional, full-service clinical lab testing from a single source

From a prostate biopsy, our team can deliver all AJCC/CAP required diagnostic parameters, including:

  • Combined Gleason Score (prognostic)
  • Percent tissue involvement
  • Number of cores involved
  • Capsular penetration
  • Perineural invasion
  • Spatial location/Tumor quantitation
  • Seminal vesicle involvement
  • Margin assessment

Why PathGroup?

Our physician-centric, patient focused approach has made PathGroup an industry leader and trusted partner for quality patient care.

  • More than 30,000 Urology specimens diagnosed each year
  • Dedicated Urologic Pathology team
  • Robust Quality Assurance Program, with 5% of cases reviewed retrospectively by a second pathologist, and the ability to increase this percentage if desired
  • On-site subspecialty pathology teams providing consultation when necessary at no additional charge
  • Industry leading turnaround times and responsive customer service
  • Clear, concise reporting including color images and mapping, with photomicrographs included in abnormal or unusual cases
  • Innovative technology solutions, including iPad, iPhone and web-based applications
  • Full range of additional clinical and molecular laboratory services for comprehensive service from a single source