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Understanding Gastropathy and Its Common Forms

Imagine that your stomach is a calm, peaceful place, but sometimes it becomes a battleground without your knowledge! Gastropathy is just that—a range of conditions where the lining of your […]

Subspecialties at HRP Labs in Pathology

HRP Labs is not just a name in the world of pathology in Puerto Rico, it is an institution of diagnostic precision and medical excellence. With a variety of subspecialties, […]

Pathological Diagnosis of Esophageal Cancer

Behind every diagnosis of esophageal cancer, there is a pathologist committed to determining the most effective treatment path. When it comes to fighting esophageal cancer, the pathological diagnosis is the […]

Colorectal Cancer Awareness and Prevention

We are entering March, a month that highlights the importance of being aware of the dangers and prevention methods of colorectal cancer. This cancer is among the most common cancers […]

What are biopsies and why are they important?

  The biopsy is a fundamental procedure in the field of pathology. It allows us to better understand the mysteries of the human body and the detection of diseases and […]

Thyroid Cancer Detection

Thyroid Cancer Incidence in Puerto Rico

 

Pathology of the Thyroid

 

What is anatomical pathology?

Pathology as a field spans a large variety of specialties, but its two main divisions are anatomical pathology and clinical pathology. While both can work in tandem to help medical […]

The Rise of Mycoplasma Genitalium

Mycoplasma genitalium is a sexually transmitted bacterium that was first identified in the 1980s, though it has been steadily becoming more common in recent years and is believed to have […]