Grossing (M)

Question 1

What should be done when grossing?

Answer 1

Precise and systematic gross description

Question 2

What are the aspects / components that should be noted when grossing?

Answer 2

1) Color
2) Size
3) Consistency
4) Shape

Question 3

What are the crucial parts of the pathologic examinations?

Answer 3

Dissection and selection of sections for microscopic study

Question 4

Who are the professionals that do the dissection and selection of sections for microscopic study?

Answer 4

Patho who is assisted by MT or histotechnician

Question 5

Cartilaginous, bony, and hard tissues are placed in the decalcifying solution for what time duration?

Answer 5

For 1 - 7 days

Question 6

Are the number of bits received noted?

Answer 6

Yes

Question 7

What are the exs of number of bits received that are noted?

Answer 7

1) Punch biopsies
2) Core needle biopsies
3) Gastric tissues

Question 8

What are the equipment used to place representative sxs of the tissues in the tissue cassettes?

Answer 8

1) Scalpel

2) Fine pointed forceps

Question 9

What should be done in each tissue cassettes?

Answer 9

Each should be labeled w/ accession #

Question 10

What is the purpose of inking the sxs (w/c is integrated into the grossing system)?

Answer 10

To evaluate the margin of resection on microscopy

Question 11

After grossing, what should be done?

Answer 11

All equipment / instruments should be rinsed w/ H2O and should be wiped clean

Question 12

What is the purpose of all instruments being rinsed w/ H2O and wiped clean after grossing?

Answer 12

To prevent any mixed up floaters of tissues

Question 13

What should be done / observed during grossing?

Answer 13

1) Grossing should be performed in a well ventilated and well-lit grossing stations
2) Exhaust and proper light are switched on
3) Proper gloves, mask, and apron should be worn