Troubleshooting Common Digital Pathology Concerns
Paul Joseph and AnnaStacia Penrod
Digital pathology enables laboratories to achieve increased levels of efficiency, collaboration and throughput. Currently regarded as one of the most promising avenues for the future of research and medicine, whole slide imaging offers one of the most dynamic applications to the pathology workflow. A high-resolution image is created from conventionally prepared histology glass slides and then quickly reviewed and analyzed right at the pathologist’s desktop display. Did you know that failure to prepare in the pre-analytics phase could result in trouble during scanning? What are the impacts to your workflow and productivity if you are not prepared? In this workshop, we will discuss the impact that your processes and procedures have on the quality of images produced by your digital scanner.
Importance of Microscope Slides and Coverglass in the Laboratory
Rachel Rosenblum and AnnaStacia Penrod
Microscope slides and coverglass are used in many parts of the lab while knowledge of how these items are made and the technical properties they have is limited. Understanding the properties of the key component of many tests in the lab will lead to improved problem solving and troubleshooting issues during testing. Due to the attributes of different types of slides, it can cause different adherence of samples to the slide and influence the turnaround time and possibly the results of tests. During the workshop, registrants will learn how the slides are manufactured, what types of adhesion chemistry are available in the market and how the various slide types can help them improve their workflow and results for patients.
Grossing 101: Tips, Tricks, and Techniques
Amanda Katsma
During the grossing lecture, participants will be taught the CLIA requirements for grossing, the basic principles of grossing, and the tools used in grossing. Participants will learn to identify different types of skin specimens and become familiar with the various tools and techniques available for obtaining the best sections. Tips for crafting a precise gross description will also be discussed.
Histology and Molecular Biology are the future of Oncology: a case study in NSCLC
Terra Wineman
As all of those lucky to be or have been in the histology laboratory, histology has been in the forefront of cancer diagnostics and treatment. With the advent of next generation sequencing, some are worried maybe histology has lost its place in the oncology field. This presentation will show that in fact histology has not lost its place but gain a friend. While looking at NSCLC and other lung pathologies, this course will demonstrate the continued need for highly trained histology professionals.
Becoming a Published Author with JOH
Yongfu Wang
The Journal of Histology (JOH), the official journal of NSH, serves as a key platform for communicating scientific advancements in histotechnology and related fields. Recently, the editor has emphasized the importance of cross-laboratory collaborations—by histology professionals, for histology professionals. This workshop will guide participants through the process of designing and conducting experiments using the scientific method to explore unanswered questions in the literature. Additionally, attendees will learn how to effectively compile results and structure the various sections of a manuscript for submission to JOH.