This volume in the highly regarded Diagnostic Pathology series provides a clearer understanding of molecular pathology as it relates to the transformation and pathogenesis of cancer. Diagnostic Pathology: Molecular Oncology is the first reference to apply a practical and clinical approach to examining how molecular mutations affect common medical diseases. Additionally, it identifies the relevant and appropriate molecular tests to perform for a complete work-up in the era of molecular-targeted therapies. Easy to use and packed with outstanding illustrations, this is an essential resource for all pathologists or clinicians who need to keep up with the ever-evolving field of molecular medicine.
Key Features
- Up-to-date information on a variety of topics
- Next-generation sequencing for determining gene mutations
- Diagnostic use of soft tissue mutations
- Use of solid tissue mutations such as EGFR, BRAF, and KRAS for diagnosis and treatment of different carcinomas and melanoma
- Interpreting newly found mutations in hematopathology such as MYD88 mutations
- Understanding bioinformatics
- Guidance on selecting the right test(s) at the right time for the right patient
- Comparisons of molecular testing methods (i.e., FISH testing vs. cytogenetics)
- More than 2,000 images including H&E stains, immunostains, and FISH images
