title: New diagnostic techniques in anatomic pathology.
abstract: A variety of methods involving better instrumentation and the use of immunologic techniques enables the anatomic pathologist to provide precise diagnoses on a timely basis. A shift in the emphasis toward endoscopic biopsy places the pathologist on the front line with the clinician.
mesh_terms: D004724:Endoscopy; D005455:Fluorescent Antibody Technique; D006801:Humans; D009369:Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000473:pathology; D010338:Pathology, Clinical