Why should I request that my specimen be sent to Mount Sinai for pathology testing?
Mount Sinai Medical Center provides expert diagnostic services to patients and physicians based on a strong tradition of academic research, recruitment of world-renowned pathologists, and dedicated training of resident physicians in the discipline. The Department utilizes state-of-the-art technology combined with a highly trained technical staff to provide rapid processing and accurate assessment of patient specimens.
Pathologists are physicians that specialize in diagnosing diseases by examining tissues, blood, and body fluids using sophisticated laboratory technology. Physicians in all fields rely on pathologists to assist in the diagnosis of diseases affecting their patients. Establishing a specific diagnosis allows the physician to provide treatment tailored to the identified disease process.
Pathologists rarely see patients face-to-face. Instead, the patient’s specimen is directly examined. If you have ever had a biopsy taken, had blood drawn, or urine collected, then a pathologist has directly participated in your health care.
