In this lesson, you will be introduced to the topic of molecular pathology. The lesson explores the definition of molecular pathology, lists some molecular pathology techniques and describes the ways molecular pathology is involved in cancer care.
By the end of this lesson, the learners will:
- Understand the definition of molecular pathology;
- Be able to name some techniques used in molecular pathology, and
- Be able to explain how molecular pathology contributes to cancer diagnosis and treatment.
- Molecular Pathology and Molecular Hematology – Alberta Precision Laboratories
- Molecular testing – National Cancer Institute (NCI) Dictionary of Cancer Terms
- Biomarker testing for cancer treatment – NCI “About Cancer” webpage
Written by Kyster Nanan, OMPRN Project Manager and Education LeadReviewed by Karen Haas and Terry Hawrysh, OMPRN Patient Partners and Victoria Hoskin, Ottawa Hospital Research Institute