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ClearPath Diagnostics, the premier diagnostic pathology laboratory in upstate New York, has been providing cytopathology services for over 30 years. Our extensive caseload has provided our diagnostic staff of pathologists and cytotechnologists with the experience necessary to approach each case confidently. On-going intramural and extramural continuing education, close collaboration between pathologists and cytotechnologists during diagnostic case review, and a thorough quality assurance program including biopsy to cytology correlation, help to reinforce our high standards.
Our laboratory has been proactive in evaluating technological advancements for the betterment of patient care. We were the first in the region to offer the revolutionary ThinPrep® Pap Test which has dramatically improved the accuracy of cervical cancer screening. This test remains the gold standard for Pap smear preparation and interpretation. Following this, we led the way in offering the Digene Hybrid Capture 2® test, which uses advanced DNA technology to test for HPV, the causative virus of cervical cancer. This test can be performed from the ThinPrep specimen vial, and is the only test that is FDA approved for this procedure. In 2004, we were the first laboratory in upstate New York to offer the ThinPrep Imaging System, which uses state-of-the-art computerized image analysis to pre-screen all ThinPrep Pap smears before the case is screened by a cytotechnologist. This step in the screening process helps to ensure that abnormal cells are detected. All patients served by ClearPath Diagnostics have access to these technological breakthroughs.
In addition to excellence in Pap smear evaluation, our extensive experience with many other cytologic specimens adds another vital dimension to our service. We analyze cells from many different organs including breast and thyroid fine needle aspirations and urine specimens. Attention to every technical detail in the preparation of slides supplements diagnostic expertise. Our ThinPrep Pap test is an integral part of our Gynecologic Pathology service.
Depth of knowledge, extensive experience and a commitment to technological advancement has set ClearPath Diagnostics apart from all other laboratories. We look forward to continuing to serve health care providers, their patients and our community for many years to come.
Our Cytology Primary Specimen Collection Manual can be found here.
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