What is the primary method used for the histopathological diagnosis of tumors?

Practice Questions

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What is the primary method used for the histopathological diagnosis of tumors?
  1. Immunohistochemistry
  2. Flow cytometry
  3. PCR (Polymerase chain reaction)
  4. Ultrasound imaging

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary method used for the histopathological diagnosis of tumors?
  • Step 1: Understand that histopathology is the study of tissues to diagnose diseases, especially tumors.
  • Step 2: Learn that tumors can be made up of different types of cells.
  • Step 3: Know that identifying specific proteins (called antigens) in these cells helps doctors understand what type of tumor it is.
  • Step 4: Recognize that immunohistochemistry is a technique used to detect these antigens in tissue samples.
  • Step 5: Realize that by using immunohistochemistry, pathologists can make accurate diagnoses of tumors.
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