What Role Does Histopathology Play in Diagnosing Cancer?
In cancer diagnosis, histopathology is essential. Pathologists look for:
Tumor Grade: Indicates how much the tumor cells differ from normal cells. High-grade tumors are more aggressive. Tumor Margins: Assessing whether cancer cells are present at the edges of the tissue sample, which can indicate if the cancer has been completely removed. Metastasis: Presence of cancer cells in lymph nodes or distant organs, indicating spread of the disease.
