The Department of Pathology was established in 2005. The Department strives to provide excellence in teaching, diagnostic services and research and is well recognized for its dedicated and innovative approach towards providing accurate and timely diagnostic services in all facets of surgical & anatomic pathology, haematology, coagulation,clinical pathology and cytology to patients from Chengalpattu district, Chennai and other cities of Tamil Nadu& neighboring states.

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Department of Pathology is presently headed by Prof. Dr. R. Vijayashree,who has an experience of 20 years in both diagnostic and teaching services and about 30 publications to her credit. The young vibrant team of pathology consists of well qualified.(MD/DNB) and trained faculty (professors, associate professor & assistant professor & tutors) and has established its mark in all three aspects of Heath care, Patient Care, Teaching & Research.
The hematology, clinical pathology, cytology & histopathology basic services are available round the clockand are complemented by specialized Rapid Diagnostic Frozen section, Immunohistochemistry & Immunofluorescence services in both adult & Paediatric pathology,all under one roof which is NABL accredited laboratory since 2009.

The laboratory is well equipped with state of art equipment including Fully Automated Haematology Analyzers, Automated Coagulation Analyzers, Automated ESR Analyzer, Automated Urine analyzer, and QBC for MP/MF. Apart from these, Rapid Tissue Processors, Automated Paraffin Embedding Stations, Automated Microtomes for tissue sectioning, Cryostats (Rapid Tissue sections) and Multi-headed (Decahead) microscopes. All laboratory test results are available through the hospital intranet, as part of the Laboratory Information System (LIS).We are committed to a rapid turn-around-time while providing the highest quality patient care.
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3.1. Blood Bank (Diagnostic & Therapeutic services)
- The Blood Bank works 24 x7 to cater to the blood component requirements of the hospital. We have an active component preparation section. Currently we are preparing components in more than 98% of collections.
- The Serology section has an Automated System (Gel Technology) for reporting of blood groups and other immunohaematological tests. The Blood bank has facilities to investigate for a limited red cell antibody screening and identification.
- The blood bank also has facilities for Plasma & single donor Platelet pheresis to cater to patients with GBS, Dengue fever, Thrombocytopenia. The blood bank provides exchange transfusion therapy for patients with Rat Killer poisoning. Blood Bank provides support to patients with Hemophilia and related Bleeding disorders and Thalassemia
The Department of Pathology deals with teaching responsibilities as well. Department is involved in teaching Undergraduate (MBBS) and Postgraduate (MD Pathology) Medical students, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Allied Health Sciences Students, Undergraduate & postgraduate Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Nursing and Dental Students.We have a large museum with a display of around 350 mounted specimens in all systems and 600 wet specimens for postgraduate learning.
Undergraduate training & learning is accomplished by means of Interactive lectures and small group discussions, Assignments, Seminar presentation, Case resolutions.Innovative Teaching Learning and Evaluation Methods for Undergraduates include the introduction of integrated OSPE stations for urine analysis & blood grouping, Project Exhibitions, Quiz/Debate, Problem Based Learning and Online Image Quiz
Training Programsfor Postgraduatesincludesslidediscussions, discussions on morbid anatomy,short topics, techniques, Journal club, student seminars, Autopsy Discussions, Periodical thesis reviews. Scheduled rotational postings in subspecialty departments are also organized. Interdepartmental meets conducted once in a month with the clinical departments. Faculty also participate and present cases in Clinicopathological meets. Innovative Teaching Learning Methods for Postgraduates include the introduction of integrated OSPE stations for histopathology techniques, E based learning of gross & histopathology case discussions, Skill Lab, Gross Photography and Mounting Specimens

Knowledge is imparted to the Allied Health Science students thorough theory classes, clinical case discussion, hands on training and they also have to submit a research project.
Faculty regularly update their knowledge by attending workshops and conferences and faculty development programs to hone their teaching skills.
All faculty actively participate in research with many completed projects, ongoing projects and publications individually. Also, department is involved in many collaborative research projects from College of Allied Health Sciences including Molecular/Genomic/Nanotechnology areas.
Major thrust area for research include Molecular Biomarkers Study in Breast Cancer, Chronic diseases like Psoriasis, H.pylori induced Gastritis and Adenocarcinoma, Ovarian Malignancies, Cervical Neoplasia and Colorectal Carcinomas.
The Department actively organizes conferences and CMEs on updates in pathology inviting eminent pathologists and scientists for guest lectures. Faculty and PG/UG students’ active participation in Local, Regional, National & International conferences including giving Guest Lectures, Chairing scientific sessions and Oral paper/Poster presentations.
Completed & Ongoing Projects – 50 completed projects in last 10 years and 10 ongoing projects in the current year. Publications – 85 publications in last 10 years in Local, State, National & International level Journals with 50% in Scopus& WoS.
25 ICMR STS projects have been awarded in Pathology from 2008 till date, in addition to 25 CARE funded projects & 2 Care Seed projects
- Hematology & Immunohematology
Complete Haemogram, QBC, Osmotic Fragility tests, HPLC in conjunction with Biochemistry, clinical workups for hemolytic & Nutritional Anemias, DCT & ICT - Coagulation profile studies including routine PT/APTT, mixing studies, Fibrinogen, D-Dimer and selective Factor assay, Work up of Bleeding and thrombotic disorders.
Clinical Pathology services include Automated Urinanalysis, all Body fluid tests & Semen analysis.Clinical Pathologists perform quality assurance and supervision, provide interpretations of more complex results, and serve as consultants to clinicians to determine the appropriate testing for the diagnosis or the assessment of an individual patient’s condition.
- Histopathology section including Synaptic Reporting of Breast, Colon, Stomach, Ovarian& Uterine Carcinomas–we as anatomic pathologists have been moving more and more toward the molecular level to gain additional clinical information on individual specimens. Surgical pathology is a large area of practice for anatomic pathologists, involving examination of surgical specimens and biopsies from patients.
- Frozen Sections for rapid diagnosis including intra-operative consultations by the department of pathology
- Transplant biopsies (Renal, &Liver) are reported periodically.
- Autopsy pathology accounts for less than ten percent of the work of pathologists, it is the most commonly understood function of the pathologist. Clinical Fetal Autopsy services- Autopsies remain an important area of the modern practice of pathology and they are often equated in the popular imagination with it.
Cytopathology service provides a full range of cytology services, including exfoliative cytology and the performance of fine needle aspiration under guidance or freehand.
- Immunofluorescence on renal and skin biopsies
- Immunohistochemistry with a panel of about 40 antibodies in all Breast cancers, GIT cancers, Small blue round cell tumours, Soft tissue sarcomas, Lymphoproliferative disorders & Undifferentiated malignancies
- Department of Pathology focuses on an integrative approach to the field, in which scientists and physicians strive to work in conjunction with each other to integrate the knowledge gained in research with the needs for patient care.
- Apart from academic excellence, the Department aims to strengthen molecular pathology with our College of Allied Health Sciences Molecular Department to enhance the efficiency of subspecialty branches under Pathology and also strives towards becoming a collaborative high impact research facility.
S.No | Name of the Investigators | Title | Funding Agency(if any) | Commenced on | Fund allotted |
1 | Dr. Deepak Dubey,
Prof. Vijayashree. R |
Correlation between geriatric anemia and selective inflammatory biomarkers – A case control study. | Nil | 2019 | Self |
2 | Dr. C. Divya Priya | Expression of CD4 & CD8 biomarkers on intraductal breast carcinoma | Nil | 2019 | Self |
3 | Dr. Pooja E. Moorthy,
Prof. Rajesh Kanna |
A study method on demonstration of CAG-A, a mRNA-based biomarker from H.pylori infected patients stool samples. | Nil | 2019 | Self |
4 | Dr. Femela,
Ms. Pavithra Lakshmi |
Study to evaluate the effect of edentulism on nutritional status, RBC parameters & erythrocyte sedimentation rate | CARE | 2019 | Self |
5 | Dr. M. Femela,
Prof. R. Vijayashree |
Serial estimation of levels of coagulation factors in different plasma preparations | CARE SEED | 2019 | CARE |
6 | Dr. Aarthi.K,
Prof. R Vijayashree |
Expression of Anti – apoptotic markers in different molecular subtypes of invasive ductal carcinoma( no special type ) with clinicopathological correlation | CARE SEED | 2019 | CARE |
7 | Dr. M. Femela | Evaluation of the blood parameters for their role in assessing the severity of the coronary artery disease | CARE | 2020 | – |
8 | Prof. R. Vijayashree | Relationship between Waist circumference &haematological parameters with pulmonary function tests in overweight & obese individuals. | ICMR | 2020 | |
9 | Dr. M. Femela,
Ms. Lithiyashree |
Study of the effect of storage on RBC indices and RDW | CARE | 2020 | |
10 | Dr Devi.S
Aditi M Jain |
Agar cell suspension for processing fluid specimens – A cost and resource effective cell enrichment cytology technique | Submitted for IHEC approval | 2020 | |
11 | Dr. D.RajeswariThivya KarunyaVarshini. B | A study of role of mean platelet volume and platelet distribution width in chronic obstructive pulmonary disease | ICMR Submitted for IHEC approval |
2020 | |
12 | Dr. D.RajeswariThivya Meghanath. K |
A retrospective study of blood donor deferral pattern in a tertiary care carecentre – A 3 year study | CARE | 2019 | |
13 | Dr.T.AyeeshaSithika JaganathanPalanivel |
Study of frequency of morphological markers of chromosomal instability in cervical smears of normal, inflammatory and intraepithelial neoplasm. | ICMR Submitted for IHEC approval |
2020 | |
14 | Dr. Jane Betsy Isaac,
Prof Vijayashree R |
A cross sectional study to evaluate serum vitamin B12, homocytsteine and hematological parameters in ischemic stroke patients at a tertiary care centre | Nil | 2019 | Self |
15 | Dr Gayathri Devi S
Dr S Devi |
Expression ID4 protein and its correlation with angiogenesis in breast cancer | Nil | 2019 | Self |
16 | Dr. Priyadharshini.K
Dr N R Rajesh Kanna |
Role of glial mesenchymal transition in the pathogenesis of high grade glioma | Nil | 2019 | Self |
17 | Dr. Aarthi K,
Raghav R |
Estimation of reference ranges complete blood count (CBC) of healthy antenatal indian women | Nil | 2020 | – |
18 | Dr.Aarthi K,
Divya |
Comparison of routine urinalysis and enhanced urinalysis with pyuria in children | Nil | 2020 | Self |
19 | r Aarthi K,
Abirami |
Study of platelet histograms in pseudothrombocytopenia | Nil | 2020 | self |
20 | Dr. Vijayashree,
Dr. Rajesh, Dr. Devi, Dr. Priyadarshini, Dr. Mohan, Dr. Prabhu |
The role of hematological, coagulation, biochemical parameters and urinalysis in assessing the severity of COVID-19 | CARE | 2020 | – |
S.No | Name of the Investigators | Title | Funding Agency(if any) | Period |
1 | Dr. C. Chidambharam, Assistant Professor,
Mr. Anish Sunder Narayanan |
Effect of adjusted and non-adjusted citrate concentrations on coagulation test results in patients with high haematocrit values – Breaking the unproven leap of faith | ICMR STS | 2011 |
2 | Ms. S. Valli (MBBS student),
Dr. Rajesh Kanna, Assistant Professor |
Relation between Diabetes mellitus type 2 and cognitive impairment, a predictor of Alzheimer’s disease | ICMR STS | 2011 |
3 | Mr Treshul Kumar (MBBS student),
Prof Dr S Balamurugan |
Automated Measurement of Immature Granulocytes : Performance Characteristics and Utility in Routine Clinical Practice | ICMR STS | 2011-12 |
4 | Prof S. Balamurugan | Reagent Strip Testing for Asymptomatic Bacteriuria in Pregnant Women : A Cost Effective Screening Tool in Under-sourced Settings | CARE | 2011-12 |
5 | Dr R Vijayashree (Associate Professor)
MsTejasvee (MBBS student), |
Relation between Lung function and RBC distribution width in a population based study | ICMR STS | 2012 |
6 | Dr. Aruthra (MD student, Pathology) | Molecular subtyping of Breast Carcinoma Using IHC and Clinico-pathological Correlation | CARE | 2012-14 |
7 | Dr. M. Femela, Assistant Professor | Evaluation of auto analyzer generated pseudobasophilia. | CARE | 2012-14 |
8 | Ms. Bageerathi (MBBS student),
Dr. Sushma Nayar, Associate Prof |
Risk Factors For Coronary Artery Disease in a Semi-urban Area of Tamil Nadu, Especially Pertaining to Tobacco Use | ICMR STS | 2013 |
9 | Ms.Swathika(MBBS student),
Dr. Aarthi Kannan, Assistant Prof |
Effects of Thyroid Dysfunction on Prothrombin Time and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time | ICMR STS | 2013 |
10 | Dr.R.Vijayashree, Associate Professor
V. R. Abhirami (MBBS student), |
RDW as a Prognostic Marker in Patients with Stroke | ICMR STS | 2014 |
11 | Ms. Preethi Ravi (MBBS student),
Dr. S. Devi |
Predictive Value of Platelet Indices in the Spectrum of Ischaemic Heart Disease | ICMR STS | 2014 |
12 | K. Hemanth Kumar (MBBS student),
Prof. Dr. S. Balamurugan |
Self-directed Learning Among UG Medical Students | ICMR STS | 2014 |
13 | Mr. Diwaker (BDS student)
Associate Prof Dr. N. R. Rajesh Kanna |
MPV in Type II Diabetes Mellitus | ICMR STS | 2014 |
14 | Dr P Aruthra (MD student, Pathology),
Dr R Vijayashree, Dr Ramesh Rao |
Automated Quantitation of Receptor status of breast carcinoma with Immunohistochemical reclassification | CARE | 2014-15 |
15 | Dr R Vijayashree,
Dr K Ramesh Rao |
Morphometric Assessment of Nuclei in Squamous cell carcinoma in comparison with Pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia and Verrucous carcinoma – An image J Based semi-Automated study | CARE | 2014-15 |
16 | Dr R Vijayashree,
Dr K Ramesh Rao |
Morphometric Assessment of Nuclei in Pap Smears with Reactive changes, ASCUS, LSIL & HSIL using ImageJ – Semi Automated analysis. | CARE | 2014-15 |
17 | Dr. Siva Prashanth (MD student, Pathology),
Prof. k. Ramesh Rao |
Relationship Between Red Cell Distribution Width And Other Haematological Parameters With HbA1C Values In Diabetic Patients | CARE | 2014-15 |
18 | Dr K Sivaprashanth (MD student, Pathology),
Prof K Ramesh Rao |
Platelet indices and other haematological parameters in Type II DM with complications | CARE | 2014-15 |
19 | Dr. Teena Eugene (MD student, Pathology),
Prof. R. Vijayashree, Dr. Rajesh Kanna (Associate Professor) |
Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis of CNS Tumors by Squash Cytology and its Correlation with Histopathology | CARE | 2014-16 |
20 | Dr R Vijayashree, Professor
Ms Dhamini Gunasekaran (MBBS student) |
Relevance of Haematologic Parameters in Obese Women with or without Metabolic Syndrome. | ICMR STS | 2015 |
21 | Dr Teena Eugene,
Dr R Vijayashree, Dr Rajesh Kanna |
Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis of CNS Tumors by Squash Cytology and its Correlation with Histopathology | CARE | 2015 |
22 | Dr R Vijayashree
Ms Abhinaya Kuberan (MBBS student) |
MPV and other haematological parameters in psoriatic patients. | ICMR STS | 2016 |
23 | Dr Rajesh Kanna,
Ms Snigdha (MBBS student) |
Estimation of platelets counts and other haematological parameters in pseudothrombocytopenia using alternate anticoagulant Magnesium sulphate | ICMR STS | 2016 |
24 | Dr Aarthi K, Assistant Professor,
Ms Pavithra Selvam (MBBS student) |
The potential of using VCS parameters of neutrophils as an early diagnostic tool in acute bacterial infections. | ICMR STS | 2016 |
25 | Dr FemelaMuniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. Saipriya Mohan (MBBS student) |
Comparison of the traditional method of counting platelets in peripheral smear with the alternative methods in case of Erythropenia. | CARE | 2016-17 |
26 | Dr. S. Devi
Ms. Ananthalakshmi (MBBS student) |
The effects of sample transport by pneumatic tube system on routine hematology and coagulation systems | ICMR STS | 2017 |
27 | Dr Rajesh Kanna, Professor,
Ms. AbishkaufJenishBeautlin, AHS student |
Correlation between cytology and histopathology of salivary gland lesions | CARE | 2017 |
28 | Dr. Femela Muniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. Helen Monisha, AHS student |
Comparison of Papanicolaou and Diff-Quik stains in differentiation of round cells in semen. | CARE | 2017 |
29 | Dr. R Vijayashree, Professor,
Ms. Maivizhi, MBBS student |
Mean Platelet Volume and Red cell Distribution width in clinical and subclinical Hypothyroidism | CARE | 2017 |
30 | Dr. Sushma Nayar,
Ms. SriRanjani, MBBS student |
Rebound eosinophilia as a marker of recovery in dengue cases | CARE | 2017 |
31 | Dr.Chidambharam, Assistant Professor,
Balamurugan, AHS student |
Prevalence of pre-analytical errors in haematology laboratory | CARE | 2017 |
32 | Dr.Aarthi K, Associate Professor,
Yogesh, AHS student |
Comparison of rapid and conventional Pap stain in gynaecology and non-gynaceology specimens | CARE | 2017 |
33 | Dr. Femela Muniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. T. Radhalakshmi, MBBS student |
Evaluation of Leucocyte Esterase Test in analysis of body fluids other than blood & urine using reagent strips | CARE | 2017-2018 |
34 | Dr R Vijayashree
MsSarmita Pal, II yr MBBS |
Effect of GERD on Pulmonary Function Test and hematological parameters Case Control study | ICMR STS | 2018 |
35 | Dr ChidambharamMs Shruti,
II yr MBBS |
Demystifying the mysteries of Megaloblastic Anemia: Volume, Conductance, Scatter of hypersegmented neutrophils and elucidating the pathogenesis of in vitro hemolysis in megaloblastic anemia | ICMR STS | 2018 |
36 | Dr T Bhuvaneeswari
Ms. Malini II yr MBBS |
The usefulness of cell population data of leucocytes in accurately predicting the etiology of acute febrile illness. | ICMR STS | 2018 |
37 | Dr. BhuvaneeswariThiyagarajan,
M.kavitha, AHS student |
A comparative study on the usefulness of unstained and stained peripheral blood smears for estimating platelet count- A Quest for rapid screening method. | CARE | 2019 |
38 | Dr Devi.S
Mr. Sabarinathan [AHS] |
The effects of underfilled K2 EDTA vaccutainers in automated hematological blood cell indices | CARE | 2019 |
39 | Dr.Arunadevi.D, MD (Pathology) student,
Prof. R.Vijayashree |
Correlation Of Conventional Biomarkers With Hematological Parameters In Assessing The Disease Severity Of Psoriasis | CARE | 2017-2019 |
40 | Dr.Chitra.K, MD (Pathology) student.
Dr. Sushma Nayar |
Expression of PD L-1, Bcl-2, Ki-67 in breast cancer; with clinicopathological correlation | NIL | 2017-2019 |
41 | Dr. Sowmya.D, MD (Pathology) student,
Prof. R.Vijayashree |
Expression of Sox-2 in normal, intraepithelial and invasive cervical cancer and its correlation with clinico-pathological parameters | NIL | 2017-2019 |
42 | Prof. Vijayashree
Ms. Divyashree |
Correlation of complete haemogram, Iron profile & pH of cord blood of Newborn with APGAR score & gravid status of mother – A Prospective Observational study | ICMR STS | 2019 |
43 | Prof. Rajesh Kanna
Ms. S Sindhuja |
To determine the association of Helicobacter pylori infection with Neutrophil-Lymphocyte ratio, Mean Platelet Volume, Volume Conductance Scatter characteristics of LH 780 coulter hemoanalyser. | ICMR STS | 2019 |
44 | Dr S Devi
Ms. Yogambal |
Manual liquid-based cytology using needle rinse material – a cost and resource effective technique to enhance diagnostic accuracy of fine needle aspirates. | ICMR STS | 2019 |
45 | Dr. Chidambharam
Ms.VennelaNelakuditi |
Exploring the role of natural inks in surgical pathology: Analysis of leaching of colourwith natural inks and comparison of natural, acrylic inks with standard inks | ICMR STS | 2019 |
46 | Dr. Femela. M,
Ms. Nandhini |
Study of the effect of platelet transfusion on the platelet count | CARE | 2019 |
47 | Dr. Rajeswari Thivya,
Ms. Salam Regina Chanu |
Evaluation of hemoglobin concentration after packed cell transfusion | CARE | 2019 |
S.No | Date | Conference/workshop/CME | Topics | Speakers |
1 | 18.12.2021 | CHETPATHCON 2021 | CHETPATHCON 2021 on Lymphoproliferative disorders- Overview and Updates | The chief guests were Dr Sandhya Sundaram and Dr Chandramouleswari, president and secretary of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry chapter of IAPM |
2 | 20&21.7.20 | 20.7.20 – 138
21.7.20 – 129 |
Webinar Approach to glomerular disease |
Dr. Vikram Raj Gopinathan, MD Assistant Professor, Christian Medical College, Vellore |
3 | 15.07.2020 | Total: 81 | Webinar Scientific publishing in medicine: facts, foes and future |
Dr. Preithy Uthamalingam MD, FRCP (UK) |
4 | 1&2.07.20 | 1.7.20 – 168
2.7.20 – 158 |
Webinar Approach to hemoglobinopathies |
Dr. Mamta Soni, MD HOD, Haematology & Clinical Pathology, APOLLO HOSP, Chennai |
5 | 13.06.2020 | Total: 64 | Webinar Practical approach to platelet refractoriness |
Dr. Anisha Navkudkar, MD Consultant Tata Mumbai Hospital, Mumbai |
6 | 4&5. 02.2020 | Workshop: 34
CME: 54 |
Workshop on molecular diagnostic techniques and CME on diagnostic molecular pathology | Dr. S. Shirley Prof & HOD, Adyar Cancer Institute Dr. Shilpa Rao Dr. Biswajit Dubashi Dr. Kumaresan Ganesan |
7 | 27. 09.2019 | Total: 40 | Approach to hemoglobinopathies | Dr. Mamta Soni HOD, clinical lab Appolo hospitals, Chennai Dr. Aruna Rajendran Paediatric hemato-oncologist, BMT physician, ICH Egmore |
8 | 30.08.2019 | Total: 20 | Recent trends in paediatric CNS tumours | Dr. K Rama, Prof of neuropathology, Institute on neurology, MMC,Chennai |
9 | 17.11.2018 | CME
Number of participants- 66 Number of posters displayed- 08 |
Gastrointestinal pathology-an update | Dr. G. Manoharan Professor, Inst of Surgical GE & Liver Transplantation, Govt. Stanley Medical College Dr. Sandhya Sundaram Dr. R. Padmavathy Dr. S. Shirley Dr. Mukul Vij |
10 | 31.08.2018 | CME
Number of participants-66 |
Approach to soft tissue lesions | Dr.Chandramouleeswari Professor and Head, Department of Central Laboratory, TNGMSSH, Chennai |
11 | 27.01.2018 | CME Number of participants-28 |
1. Clinic-radiological features and differential diagnosis of Giant cell rich lesions of bone
2. Histopathological approach to Giant cell rich lesions of bone |
Dr. Chennakeshava Rao Professor & Head, Director of Department of Orthopaedics, KVG medical college, Karnataka Dr. Anuradha Rao |
12 | 18.11.2017 | City pathology meet | Rare progression to malignancy from benign tumours: 2 case reports | Dr. Chidambharam Asst Prof CHRI |
13 | August 2016 | CME | BT and CT as presurgical evaluator tests | Dr. Chidambharam Asst Prof CHRI |
14 | 19.11.2016 | CME on Lymphoma Update 2016
Number of participants- 200 Number of posters displayed- 11 |
1. WHO Classification of Lymphoid Neoplasms -2016
2.Classification and Prognostication of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma 3. Slide Discussion |
Dr. S. Shirley, Professor & HOD, Dept of Pathology, Adyar Cancer Institute, Chennai
Dr. K R. Chatura, Professor, Dept of Pathology, JJM Medical College, Davengere Dr. Debdatta Basu, Professor, Dept of Pathology JIPMER, Pondicherry |
15 | 3.4.2015 | CME | Immunohistochemistry in surgical pathology | Dr. Rajesh Kanna Associate prof CHRI |
16 | Aug 2014 | CME | Role of personalized medicine/molecular diagnostics in non-small cell carcinoma | Dr. Chidambharam |
17 | Jan 2013 | CME | Approach to anemia | Dr. Vijay Asst prof, CHRI |
18 | 17.11.2012 | CME on Soft Tissue Tumours
Number of participants- 125 Number of posters displayed- 25 |
Cytodiagnosis of Soft tissue Merits and Demerits
Pattern approach, IHC and cytogenetic profile and reporting guidelines for soft tissue sarcomas Soft tissue pseudosarcomas and recently categorized soft tissue tumours |
Prof Karkuzhali (Director in charge, Institute of Pathology, MMC)
Prof Prathiba (Prof Department of Pathology, SRU) Prof Geetha Prakash (HOD & Professor, Department of pathology, MAHER University) |
ANGIOLEIOMYOMA
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Fig.1: Fascicles of smooth muscle surrounding vessels | Fig. 2: Diffuse Smooth muscle actin positivity in the tumor cells |
Immunofluorescence & Silver Stain Kidney – Lupus Nephritis

PLEOMORPHIC HYALINIZING ANGIECTATIC TUMOR
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Figure 1. A: Gross; B: Microscopic appearance of the tumor (H & E, 40X) |
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METASTATIC MENINGIOMA IN PLEURA

Figures 2a-2d: Microscopic picture of the metastatic meningioma (a: nests of tumor cells; b: tumor cells with clear cytoplasm; d: necrotic focus; e: EMA positivity; f: Vimentin positivity)
ANENCEPHAL

Figures 2a-2d: Microscopic picture of the metastatic meningioma (a: nests of tumor cells; b: tumor cells with clear cytoplasm; d: necrotic focus; e: EMA positivity; f: Vimentin positivity)
Department of Pathology |
The Department of Pathology was established in 2005. The Department strives to provide excellence in teaching, diagnostic services and research and is well recognized for its dedicated and innovative approach towards providing accurate and timely diagnostic services in all facets of surgical & anatomic pathology, haematology, coagulation,clinical pathology and cytology to patients from Chengalpattu district, Chennai and other cities of Tamil Nadu& neighboring states.

Click Here for : Teaching Faculty List
Department of Pathology is presently headed by Prof. Dr. R. Vijayashree,who has an experience of 20 years in both diagnostic and teaching services and about 30 publications to her credit. The young vibrant team of pathology consists of well qualified.(MD/DNB) and trained faculty (professors, associate professor & assistant professor & tutors) and has established its mark in all three aspects of Heath care, Patient Care, Teaching & Research.
The hematology, clinical pathology, cytology & histopathology basic services are available round the clockand are complemented by specialized Rapid Diagnostic Frozen section, Immunohistochemistry & Immunofluorescence services in both adult & Paediatric pathology,all under one roof which is NABL accredited laboratory since 2009.

The laboratory is well equipped with state of art equipment including Fully Automated Haematology Analyzers, Automated Coagulation Analyzers, Automated ESR Analyzer, Automated Urine analyzer, and QBC for MP/MF. Apart from these, Rapid Tissue Processors, Automated Paraffin Embedding Stations, Automated Microtomes for tissue sectioning, Cryostats (Rapid Tissue sections) and Multi-headed (Decahead) microscopes. All laboratory test results are available through the hospital intranet, as part of the Laboratory Information System (LIS).We are committed to a rapid turn-around-time while providing the highest quality patient care.
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3.1. Blood Bank (Diagnostic & Therapeutic services)
- The Blood Bank works 24 x7 to cater to the blood component requirements of the hospital. We have an active component preparation section. Currently we are preparing components in more than 98% of collections.
- The Serology section has an Automated System (Gel Technology) for reporting of blood groups and other immunohaematological tests. The Blood bank has facilities to investigate for a limited red cell antibody screening and identification.
- The blood bank also has facilities for Plasma & single donor Platelet pheresis to cater to patients with GBS, Dengue fever, Thrombocytopenia. The blood bank provides exchange transfusion therapy for patients with Rat Killer poisoning. Blood Bank provides support to patients with Hemophilia and related Bleeding disorders and Thalassemia
The Department of Pathology deals with teaching responsibilities as well. Department is involved in teaching Undergraduate (MBBS) and Postgraduate (MD Pathology) Medical students, Undergraduate and Postgraduate Allied Health Sciences Students, Undergraduate & postgraduate Physiotherapy, Pharmacy, Nursing and Dental Students.We have a large museum with a display of around 350 mounted specimens in all systems and 600 wet specimens for postgraduate learning.
Undergraduate training & learning is accomplished by means of Interactive lectures and small group discussions, Assignments, Seminar presentation, Case resolutions.Innovative Teaching Learning and Evaluation Methods for Undergraduates include the introduction of integrated OSPE stations for urine analysis & blood grouping, Project Exhibitions, Quiz/Debate, Problem Based Learning and Online Image Quiz
Training Programsfor Postgraduatesincludesslidediscussions, discussions on morbid anatomy,short topics, techniques, Journal club, student seminars, Autopsy Discussions, Periodical thesis reviews. Scheduled rotational postings in subspecialty departments are also organized. Interdepartmental meets conducted once in a month with the clinical departments. Faculty also participate and present cases in Clinicopathological meets. Innovative Teaching Learning Methods for Postgraduates include the introduction of integrated OSPE stations for histopathology techniques, E based learning of gross & histopathology case discussions, Skill Lab, Gross Photography and Mounting Specimens

Knowledge is imparted to the Allied Health Science students thorough theory classes, clinical case discussion, hands on training and they also have to submit a research project.
Faculty regularly update their knowledge by attending workshops and conferences and faculty development programs to hone their teaching skills.
All faculty actively participate in research with many completed projects, ongoing projects and publications individually. Also, department is involved in many collaborative research projects from College of Allied Health Sciences including Molecular/Genomic/Nanotechnology areas.
Major thrust area for research include Molecular Biomarkers Study in Breast Cancer, Chronic diseases like Psoriasis, H.pylori induced Gastritis and Adenocarcinoma, Ovarian Malignancies, Cervical Neoplasia and Colorectal Carcinomas.
The Department actively organizes conferences and CMEs on updates in pathology inviting eminent pathologists and scientists for guest lectures. Faculty and PG/UG students’ active participation in Local, Regional, National & International conferences including giving Guest Lectures, Chairing scientific sessions and Oral paper/Poster presentations.
Completed & Ongoing Projects – 50 completed projects in last 10 years and 10 ongoing projects in the current year. Publications – 85 publications in last 10 years in Local, State, National & International level Journals with 50% in Scopus& WoS.
25 ICMR STS projects have been awarded in Pathology from 2008 till date, in addition to 25 CARE funded projects & 2 Care Seed projects
- Hematology & Immunohematology
Complete Haemogram, QBC, Osmotic Fragility tests, HPLC in conjunction with Biochemistry, clinical workups for hemolytic & Nutritional Anemias, DCT & ICT - Coagulation profile studies including routine PT/APTT, mixing studies, Fibrinogen, D-Dimer and selective Factor assay, Work up of Bleeding and thrombotic disorders.
Clinical Pathology services include Automated Urinanalysis, all Body fluid tests & Semen analysis.Clinical Pathologists perform quality assurance and supervision, provide interpretations of more complex results, and serve as consultants to clinicians to determine the appropriate testing for the diagnosis or the assessment of an individual patient’s condition.
- Histopathology section including Synaptic Reporting of Breast, Colon, Stomach, Ovarian& Uterine Carcinomas–we as anatomic pathologists have been moving more and more toward the molecular level to gain additional clinical information on individual specimens. Surgical pathology is a large area of practice for anatomic pathologists, involving examination of surgical specimens and biopsies from patients.
- Frozen Sections for rapid diagnosis including intra-operative consultations by the department of pathology
- Transplant biopsies (Renal, &Liver) are reported periodically.
- Autopsy pathology accounts for less than ten percent of the work of pathologists, it is the most commonly understood function of the pathologist. Clinical Fetal Autopsy services- Autopsies remain an important area of the modern practice of pathology and they are often equated in the popular imagination with it.
Cytopathology service provides a full range of cytology services, including exfoliative cytology and the performance of fine needle aspiration under guidance or freehand.
- Immunofluorescence on renal and skin biopsies
- Immunohistochemistry with a panel of about 40 antibodies in all Breast cancers, GIT cancers, Small blue round cell tumours, Soft tissue sarcomas, Lymphoproliferative disorders & Undifferentiated malignancies
- Department of Pathology focuses on an integrative approach to the field, in which scientists and physicians strive to work in conjunction with each other to integrate the knowledge gained in research with the needs for patient care.
- Apart from academic excellence, the Department aims to strengthen molecular pathology with our College of Allied Health Sciences Molecular Department to enhance the efficiency of subspecialty branches under Pathology and also strives towards becoming a collaborative high impact research facility.
S.No | Name of the Investigators | Title | Funding Agency(if any) | Period |
1 | Dr. C. Chidambharam, Assistant Professor,
Mr. Anish Sunder Narayanan |
Effect of adjusted and non-adjusted citrate concentrations on coagulation test results in patients with high haematocrit values – Breaking the unproven leap of faith | ICMR STS | 2011 |
2 | Ms. S. Valli (MBBS student),
Dr. Rajesh Kanna, Assistant Professor |
Relation between Diabetes mellitus type 2 and cognitive impairment, a predictor of Alzheimer’s disease | ICMR STS | 2011 |
3 | Mr Treshul Kumar (MBBS student),
Prof Dr S Balamurugan |
Automated Measurement of Immature Granulocytes : Performance Characteristics and Utility in Routine Clinical Practice | ICMR STS | 2011-12 |
4 | Prof S. Balamurugan | Reagent Strip Testing for Asymptomatic Bacteriuria in Pregnant Women : A Cost Effective Screening Tool in Under-sourced Settings | CARE | 2011-12 |
5 | Dr R Vijayashree (Associate Professor)
MsTejasvee (MBBS student), |
Relation between Lung function and RBC distribution width in a population based study | ICMR STS | 2012 |
6 | Dr. Aruthra (MD student, Pathology) | Molecular subtyping of Breast Carcinoma Using IHC and Clinico-pathological Correlation | CARE | 2012-14 |
7 | Dr. M. Femela, Assistant Professor | Evaluation of auto analyzer generated pseudobasophilia. | CARE | 2012-14 |
8 | Ms. Bageerathi (MBBS student),
Dr. Sushma Nayar, Associate Prof |
Risk Factors For Coronary Artery Disease in a Semi-urban Area of Tamil Nadu, Especially Pertaining to Tobacco Use | ICMR STS | 2013 |
9 | Ms.Swathika(MBBS student),
Dr. Aarthi Kannan, Assistant Prof |
Effects of Thyroid Dysfunction on Prothrombin Time and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time | ICMR STS | 2013 |
10 | Dr.R.Vijayashree, Associate Professor
V. R. Abhirami (MBBS student), |
RDW as a Prognostic Marker in Patients with Stroke | ICMR STS | 2014 |
11 | Ms. Preethi Ravi (MBBS student),
Dr. S. Devi |
Predictive Value of Platelet Indices in the Spectrum of Ischaemic Heart Disease | ICMR STS | 2014 |
12 | K. Hemanth Kumar (MBBS student),
Prof. Dr. S. Balamurugan |
Self-directed Learning Among UG Medical Students | ICMR STS | 2014 |
13 | Mr. Diwaker (BDS student)
Associate Prof Dr. N. R. Rajesh Kanna |
MPV in Type II Diabetes Mellitus | ICMR STS | 2014 |
14 | Dr P Aruthra (MD student, Pathology),
Dr R Vijayashree, Dr Ramesh Rao |
Automated Quantitation of Receptor status of breast carcinoma with Immunohistochemical reclassification | CARE | 2014-15 |
15 | Dr R Vijayashree,
Dr K Ramesh Rao |
Morphometric Assessment of Nuclei in Squamous cell carcinoma in comparison with Pseudoepitheliomatous hyperplasia and Verrucous carcinoma – An image J Based semi-Automated study | CARE | 2014-15 |
16 | Dr R Vijayashree,
Dr K Ramesh Rao |
Morphometric Assessment of Nuclei in Pap Smears with Reactive changes, ASCUS, LSIL & HSIL using ImageJ – Semi Automated analysis. | CARE | 2014-15 |
17 | Dr. Siva Prashanth (MD student, Pathology),
Prof. k. Ramesh Rao |
Relationship Between Red Cell Distribution Width And Other Haematological Parameters With HbA1C Values In Diabetic Patients | CARE | 2014-15 |
18 | Dr K Sivaprashanth (MD student, Pathology),
Prof K Ramesh Rao |
Platelet indices and other haematological parameters in Type II DM with complications | CARE | 2014-15 |
19 | Dr. Teena Eugene (MD student, Pathology),
Prof. R. Vijayashree, Dr. Rajesh Kanna (Associate Professor) |
Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis of CNS Tumors by Squash Cytology and its Correlation with Histopathology | CARE | 2014-16 |
20 | Dr R Vijayashree, Professor
Ms Dhamini Gunasekaran (MBBS student) |
Relevance of Haematologic Parameters in Obese Women with or without Metabolic Syndrome. | ICMR STS | 2015 |
21 | Dr Teena Eugene,
Dr R Vijayashree, Dr Rajesh Kanna |
Rapid Intraoperative Diagnosis of CNS Tumors by Squash Cytology and its Correlation with Histopathology | CARE | 2015 |
22 | Dr R Vijayashree
Ms Abhinaya Kuberan (MBBS student) |
MPV and other haematological parameters in psoriatic patients. | ICMR STS | 2016 |
23 | Dr Rajesh Kanna,
Ms Snigdha (MBBS student) |
Estimation of platelets counts and other haematological parameters in pseudothrombocytopenia using alternate anticoagulant Magnesium sulphate | ICMR STS | 2016 |
24 | Dr Aarthi K, Assistant Professor,
Ms Pavithra Selvam (MBBS student) |
The potential of using VCS parameters of neutrophils as an early diagnostic tool in acute bacterial infections. | ICMR STS | 2016 |
25 | Dr FemelaMuniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. Saipriya Mohan (MBBS student) |
Comparison of the traditional method of counting platelets in peripheral smear with the alternative methods in case of Erythropenia. | CARE | 2016-17 |
26 | Dr. S. Devi
Ms. Ananthalakshmi (MBBS student) |
The effects of sample transport by pneumatic tube system on routine hematology and coagulation systems | ICMR STS | 2017 |
27 | Dr Rajesh Kanna, Professor,
Ms. AbishkaufJenishBeautlin, AHS student |
Correlation between cytology and histopathology of salivary gland lesions | CARE | 2017 |
28 | Dr. Femela Muniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. Helen Monisha, AHS student |
Comparison of Papanicolaou and Diff-Quik stains in differentiation of round cells in semen. | CARE | 2017 |
29 | Dr. R Vijayashree, Professor,
Ms. Maivizhi, MBBS student |
Mean Platelet Volume and Red cell Distribution width in clinical and subclinical Hypothyroidism | CARE | 2017 |
30 | Dr. Sushma Nayar,
Ms. SriRanjani, MBBS student |
Rebound eosinophilia as a marker of recovery in dengue cases | CARE | 2017 |
31 | Dr.Chidambharam, Assistant Professor,
Balamurugan, AHS student |
Prevalence of pre-analytical errors in haematology laboratory | CARE | 2017 |
32 | Dr.Aarthi K, Associate Professor,
Yogesh, AHS student |
Comparison of rapid and conventional Pap stain in gynaecology and non-gynaceology specimens | CARE | 2017 |
33 | Dr. Femela Muniraj, Associate Professor,
Ms. T. Radhalakshmi, MBBS student |
Evaluation of Leucocyte Esterase Test in analysis of body fluids other than blood & urine using reagent strips | CARE | 2017-2018 |
34 | Dr R Vijayashree
MsSarmita Pal, II yr MBBS |
Effect of GERD on Pulmonary Function Test and hematological parameters Case Control study | ICMR STS | 2018 |
35 | Dr ChidambharamMs Shruti,
II yr MBBS |
Demystifying the mysteries of Megaloblastic Anemia: Volume, Conductance, Scatter of hypersegmented neutrophils and elucidating the pathogenesis of in vitro hemolysis in megaloblastic anemia | ICMR STS | 2018 |
36 | Dr T Bhuvaneeswari
Ms. Malini II yr MBBS |
The usefulness of cell population data of leucocytes in accurately predicting the etiology of acute febrile illness. | ICMR STS | 2018 |
37 | Dr. BhuvaneeswariThiyagarajan,
M.kavitha, AHS student |
A comparative study on the usefulness of unstained and stained peripheral blood smears for estimating platelet count- A Quest for rapid screening method. | CARE | 2019 |
38 | Dr Devi.S
Mr. Sabarinathan [AHS] |
The effects of underfilled K2 EDTA vaccutainers in automated hematological blood cell indices | CARE | 2019 |
39 | Dr.Arunadevi.D, MD (Pathology) student,
Prof. R.Vijayashree |
Correlation Of Conventional Biomarkers With Hematological Parameters In Assessing The Disease Severity Of Psoriasis | CARE | 2017-2019 |
40 | Dr.Chitra.K, MD (Pathology) student.
Dr. Sushma Nayar |
Expression of PD L-1, Bcl-2, Ki-67 in breast cancer; with clinicopathological correlation | NIL | 2017-2019 |
41 | Dr. Sowmya.D, MD (Pathology) student,
Prof. R.Vijayashree |
Expression of Sox-2 in normal, intraepithelial and invasive cervical cancer and its correlation with clinico-pathological parameters | NIL | 2017-2019 |
42 | Prof. Vijayashree
Ms. Divyashree |
Correlation of complete haemogram, Iron profile & pH of cord blood of Newborn with APGAR score & gravid status of mother – A Prospective Observational study | ICMR STS | 2019 |
43 | Prof. Rajesh Kanna
Ms. S Sindhuja |
To determine the association of Helicobacter pylori infection with Neutrophil-Lymphocyte ratio, Mean Platelet Volume, Volume Conductance Scatter characteristics of LH 780 coulter hemoanalyser. | ICMR STS | 2019 |
44 | Dr S Devi
Ms. Yogambal |
Manual liquid-based cytology using needle rinse material – a cost and resource effective technique to enhance diagnostic accuracy of fine needle aspirates. | ICMR STS | 2019 |
45 | Dr. Chidambharam
Ms.VennelaNelakuditi |
Exploring the role of natural inks in surgical pathology: Analysis of leaching of colourwith natural inks and comparison of natural, acrylic inks with standard inks | ICMR STS | 2019 |
46 | Dr. Femela. M,
Ms. Nandhini |
Study of the effect of platelet transfusion on the platelet count | CARE | 2019 |
47 | Dr. Rajeswari Thivya,
Ms. Salam Regina Chanu |
Evaluation of hemoglobin concentration after packed cell transfusion | CARE | 2019 |
S.No | Date | Conference/workshop/CME | Topics | Speakers |
1 | 18.12.2021 | CHETPATHCON 2021 | CHETPATHCON 2021 on Lymphoproliferative disorders- Overview and Updates | The chief guests were Dr Sandhya Sundaram and Dr Chandramouleswari, president and secretary of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry chapter of IAPM |
2 | 20&21.7.20 | 20.7.20 – 138
21.7.20 – 129 |
Webinar Approach to glomerular disease |
Dr. Vikram Raj Gopinathan, MD Assistant Professor, Christian Medical College, Vellore |
3 | 15.07.2020 | Total: 81 | Webinar Scientific publishing in medicine: facts, foes and future |
Dr. Preithy Uthamalingam MD, FRCP (UK) |
4 | 1&2.07.20 | 1.7.20 – 168
2.7.20 – 158 |
Webinar Approach to hemoglobinopathies |
Dr. Mamta Soni, MD HOD, Haematology & Clinical Pathology, APOLLO HOSP, Chennai |
5 | 13.06.2020 | Total: 64 | Webinar Practical approach to platelet refractoriness |
Dr. Anisha Navkudkar, MD Consultant Tata Mumbai Hospital, Mumbai |
6 | 4&5. 02.2020 | Workshop: 34
CME: 54 |
Workshop on molecular diagnostic techniques and CME on diagnostic molecular pathology | Dr. S. Shirley Prof & HOD, Adyar Cancer Institute Dr. Shilpa Rao Dr. Biswajit Dubashi Dr. Kumaresan Ganesan |
7 | 27. 09.2019 | Total: 40 | Approach to hemoglobinopathies | Dr. Mamta Soni HOD, clinical lab Appolo hospitals, Chennai Dr. Aruna Rajendran Paediatric hemato-oncologist, BMT physician, ICH Egmore |
8 | 30.08.2019 | Total: 20 | Recent trends in paediatric CNS tumours | Dr. K Rama, Prof of neuropathology, Institute on neurology, MMC,Chennai |
9 | 17.11.2018 | CME
Number of participants- 66 Number of posters displayed- 08 |
Gastrointestinal pathology-an update | Dr. G. Manoharan Professor, Inst of Surgical GE & Liver Transplantation, Govt. Stanley Medical College Dr. Sandhya Sundaram Dr. R. Padmavathy Dr. S. Shirley Dr. Mukul Vij |
10 | 31.08.2018 | CME
Number of participants-66 |
Approach to soft tissue lesions | Dr.Chandramouleeswari Professor and Head, Department of Central Laboratory, TNGMSSH, Chennai |
11 | 27.01.2018 | CME Number of participants-28 |
1. Clinic-radiological features and differential diagnosis of Giant cell rich lesions of bone
2. Histopathological approach to Giant cell rich lesions of bone |
Dr. Chennakeshava Rao Professor & Head, Director of Department of Orthopaedics, KVG medical college, Karnataka Dr. Anuradha Rao |
12 | 18.11.2017 | City pathology meet | Rare progression to malignancy from benign tumours: 2 case reports | Dr. Chidambharam Asst Prof CHRI |
13 | August 2016 | CME | BT and CT as presurgical evaluator tests | Dr. Chidambharam Asst Prof CHRI |
14 | 19.11.2016 | CME on Lymphoma Update 2016
Number of participants- 200 Number of posters displayed- 11 |
1. WHO Classification of Lymphoid Neoplasms -2016
2.Classification and Prognostication of Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma 3. Slide Discussion |
Dr. S. Shirley, Professor & HOD, Dept of Pathology, Adyar Cancer Institute, Chennai
Dr. K R. Chatura, Professor, Dept of Pathology, JJM Medical College, Davengere Dr. Debdatta Basu, Professor, Dept of Pathology JIPMER, Pondicherry |
15 | 3.4.2015 | CME | Immunohistochemistry in surgical pathology | Dr. Rajesh Kanna Associate prof CHRI |
16 | Aug 2014 | CME | Role of personalized medicine/molecular diagnostics in non-small cell carcinoma | Dr. Chidambharam |
17 | Jan 2013 | CME | Approach to anemia | Dr. Vijay Asst prof, CHRI |
18 | 17.11.2012 | CME on Soft Tissue Tumours
Number of participants- 125 Number of posters displayed- 25 |
Cytodiagnosis of Soft tissue Merits and Demerits
Pattern approach, IHC and cytogenetic profile and reporting guidelines for soft tissue sarcomas Soft tissue pseudosarcomas and recently categorized soft tissue tumours |
Prof Karkuzhali (Director in charge, Institute of Pathology, MMC)
Prof Prathiba (Prof Department of Pathology, SRU) Prof Geetha Prakash (HOD & Professor, Department of pathology, MAHER University) |
ANGIOLEIOMYOMA
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Fig.1: Fascicles of smooth muscle surrounding vessels | Fig. 2: Diffuse Smooth muscle actin positivity in the tumor cells |
Immunofluorescence & Silver Stain Kidney – Lupus Nephritis

PLEOMORPHIC HYALINIZING ANGIECTATIC TUMOR
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Figure 1. A: Gross; B: Microscopic appearance of the tumor (H & E, 40X) |
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METASTATIC MENINGIOMA IN PLEURA

Figures 2a-2d: Microscopic picture of the metastatic meningioma (a: nests of tumor cells; b: tumor cells with clear cytoplasm; d: necrotic focus; e: EMA positivity; f: Vimentin positivity)
ANENCEPHAL

Figures 2a-2d: Microscopic picture of the metastatic meningioma (a: nests of tumor cells; b: tumor cells with clear cytoplasm; d: necrotic focus; e: EMA positivity; f: Vimentin positivity)