Hello, Pramita Friends! Did you know that the Anatomical Pathology Examination (PA) is crucial and even considered the gold standard in the medical field, particularly for diagnosing various types of cancer?

What is the Gold Standard?

In the medical world, a gold standard refers to the best, most accurate, and reliable method, test, or procedure for diagnosing or evaluating a specific condition or disease. It serves as the benchmark because of its high validity, accuracy, and dependability.

Anatomical Pathology examines changes in the morphology of cells and tissues, providing a clear picture of your health. Cell morphology refers to the shape, size, and structure of cells observed under a microscope. In simple terms, it’s the "appearance" of cells, whether round, oval, flat, or with protrusions.

Changes in cell morphology are often used by doctors or scientists to determine whether cells are healthy or show signs of disease, such as infection or cancer. For example, cancer cells typically exhibit abnormal shapes compared to healthy cells.

Anatomical Pathology is divided into two main types:

Histopathology: Examining tissue obtained through biopsy or surgery. It is the gold standard for confirming diagnoses.

Cytology: Focusing on individual cells, such as Pap smears for cervical cancer, urine cytology, and fine-needle biopsy.

Cancers Detectable Through PA

Breast Cancer: Via biopsy and histopathological analysis.

Cervical Cancer: Through Pap smears, biopsy, and histopathology.

Skin Cancer: To confirm if a mole or skin lesion is dangerous.

Liver and Lung Cancer: Through organ biopsies.

Colon Cancer: Using biopsies from colonoscopies and histopathology.

Why is PA Important?

Early detection via PA allows for more effective and targeted treatments. PA is recognized as the gold standard for accurate cancer diagnosis and helps personalize treatments to improve recovery chances.

Cancer Prevention Tips:

Don’t skip routine exams like Pap smears and mammograms.

Consult a doctor immediately if you notice lumps or suspicious changes in your body.

Maintain a healthy lifestyle with balanced nutrition, exercise, and avoiding smoking.

FYI, Pramita Friends, PA services are available at PRAMITA. Contact SAPA PRAMITA at 0888 0305 7700 for more information