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March 2026—Pathologist Scott Robertson, MD, PhD, developed PIRO, a web-based search platform that converts narrative information in pathology reports into searchable concepts.
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March 2026
Q. How should a blood bank respond when a non-irradiated blood product is inadvertently transfused to a patient who requires irradiated components, and what steps must be taken to ensure patient safety and regulatory compliance? Read answer.
Q. We are using direct smears for nongynecologic fine-needle aspirations and thinking about switching to liquid-based cytology (SurePath) preparation. There is nothing in the CAP accreditation checklist that pertains to a switch in slide preparation method… Read answer.
Put It on the Board
March 2026—The College of American Pathologists (CAP) emphasizes the complementary role of AI in pathology, highlighting the need for local pathologists to evaluate AI system performance.
Letters
March 2026—Pathologists’ assistants (PAs) are vital to pathology practice, but there is room for improvement in collaboration with pathologists.
How rapid sequencing in the NICU plays out
February 2026—Rapid genome sequencing in neonatal intensive care units is a complex process involving a multidisciplinary team, including pathologists, genetic counselors, and clinicians. The goal is to identify genetic causes of complex medical conditions in newborns, often born prematurely with multiple health issues.
At USCAP, a close look at GI biomarkers
February 2026—At the USCAP 2026 meeting, two guidelines on gastrointestinal pathology biomarkers will be presented. The updated guideline on HER2 testing in gastroesophageal adenocarcinoma reaffirms IHC with follow-up ISH as the best method for …
Digital path practices reflected in latest checklist changes
February 2026—The 2025 accreditation checklist edition, released December 9, includes revisions to address the use of digital pathology platforms in laboratories.
Close-up on traditional lab biomarkers for MS
February 2026—The 2024 revision of the 2017 McDonald criteria for diagnosing multiple sclerosis allows the kappa-free light chain index to replace oligoclonal band detection in cerebrospinal fluid analysis.
Lab reins in magnesium tests with decision support
February 2026—Washington University in St. Louis implemented a clinical decision support intervention to reduce unnecessary magnesium testing.
NTRK1-rearranged spindle cell sarcoma in an unusual location: molecular confirmation resolving a high-grade pediatric sarcoma differential
February 2026—A six-year-old boy presented with abdominal pain and was found to have a large mediastinal mass. Biopsy revealed a spindle cell sarcoma, and molecular testing identified an NTRK1 rearrangement, confirming the diagnosis of NTRK1-rearranged spindle cell sarcoma.