Histology - analysis

Histology is the analysis of a sample taken from an organ tissue, which is the leading basis for diagnosis. In modern medicine, the method is considered one of the most reliable. Often, it is of paramount importance when diagnosing and determining the type of therapy.

What does the analysis show for histology?

Examination of tissue samples is carried out with the aim:

• detection of inflammation in the digestive system;
• determining the causes of infertility ;
• diagnostics of oncological conditions;
• determining the status of the uterus and other female organs;
• correction of therapy in diseases of internal organs (liver, kidneys, etc.).

How is the analysis done for histology?

To obtain the material for analysis (tissue sample) the following types of biopsy are used:

• needle - the organization of tissue sampling using a special needle;
• Incisional - the tissue sample is taken during the operation;
• excision - tissue collection is performed after removal of the tumor or the affected organ.

Conducting the procedure for taking tissue on a histology

When carrying out histology, mandatory conditions are strict adherence to the procedure algorithm and a high level of attention, responsibility of the specialist. After all, a false result of the analysis will direct the attending physician to choose the wrong methods of treatment.

The sequence of the histology is as follows:

1. Do the sampling of the material for the study.
2. The tissue sample is placed in formalin, ethanol or Buen's liquid.
3. For solidification, the prepared material is filled with paraffin.
4. Cut very thin tissue plates and place them on a slide.
5. The paraffin is removed, the material is stained with a special dye.
6. Conduct a microscopic examination.

For a patient and his loved ones, the question is sometimes very important: how much is the analysis done for histology? As a rule, if the histological examination is carried out in the same medical institution, where the tissue is taken for analysis, the result is ready in a week. It is clear that if the material for research has to be taken to another medical institution, and even more so in another population, the time spent on analysis increases. In some cases, when the question of the operation should be solved in a short time, an accelerated methodology is employed. The resulting material is frozen and the result is ready in 2-3 hours.

Decoding of the analysis of histology is carried out by a cytologist who determines the nature of the disease. So, when analyzing a birthmark for histology, an experienced specialist will accurately determine whether the formation is benign or malignant.