Expert Panel 3 Test
Short Name: Expert Panel 3
Expert Panel 3 Test test available at DNA Labs India for ₹19,000. Uses Light Microscopy on Histopathology sections and/or Paraffin embedded tissue blocks or Cytology smears previously reported upon. samples. Results in Report is available within 7 days from the date of sample receipt.. Free home collection in 300+ cities across India.
🩺 Medically Reviewed By
Dr Pasupathy Arumugam
Consultant Pathologist · Reg: 21521
Last reviewed: September 7, 2026
Overview
To review histopathology slides or tissue blocks for cancer diagnosis confirmation, staging, and grading.
- Test Code
- 1189
- Price
- ₹19,000
- Sample Type
- Histopathology sections and/or Paraffin embedded tissue blocks or Cytology smears previously reported upon.
- Result Time
- Report is available within 7 days from the date of sample receipt.
- Fasting Required
- No
- Method
- Light Microscopy
Sample Collection
Ensure all previous reports and clinical history are submitted along with the test request form.
Method: Submission of existing samples from previous tests
Laboratory Analysis
Samples are collected from previous tests; no new collection needed for this test.
Report Delivery
Samples will be shipped to the laboratory for review.
Timeline: Report is available within 7 days from the date of sample receipt.
Patient Instructions
About This Test
Who Should Get This Test
To review histopathology slides or tissue blocks for cancer diagnosis confirmation, staging, and grading.
How to Prepare
- Submit histopathology sections and/or paraffin-embedded tissue blocks.
- Include previous reports and clinical history.
- Ship at room temperature.
Doctor's Notes
Reviewed by Dr Pasupathy Arumugam — MBBS, MD (Pathology) · Reg. No. 21521
"Histopathology review is essential for accurate cancer diagnosis and staging, guiding treatment decisions."
Last medically reviewed: September 7, 2026
Test Parameters & Specifications
Sample Stability
- Incomplete documentation
- Poor sample quality
- Insufficient tissue
- Missing previous reports
Understanding Your Results
No cancer detected
Further investigation may be needed
Cancer diagnosis confirmed
Identifies the type of cancer for targeted treatment
If you have symptoms related to cancer or if the test results indicate malignancy, consult your oncologist immediately for further management.
Limitations
- ⚠This test is based on submitted samples and may not detect all cancer types.
- ⚠Requires previous biopsy samples.
- ⚠Results may vary based on sample quality.
Risks & Considerations
- ●No direct risks, as it is a non-invasive review of existing samples.
- ●Minimal risk of sample damage during shipping.
Interfering Factors
- ●Poor sample preservation
- ●Inadequate staining
- ●Insufficient tissue sample
- ●Artifacts in slides
Compare With Similar Tests
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