Why is Histopathology Important in Cancer Diagnosis?
Histopathological analysis is the gold standard for cancer diagnosis. Imaging techniques like CT scans and MRIs can indicate the presence of a mass, but only a histopathological examination can confirm if the mass is malignant. This confirmation is essential for planning treatment, as different types of cancer respond to different therapeutic strategies. For instance, a lung cancer may require a different treatment approach compared to breast cancer or prostate cancer.
