The Laboratory offers the full range of Histopathology Services and Cytopathology Services. This includes:
Histopathology
- Frozen Sections
- Immunohistochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- Sub-specialty work
Cytopathology
- Liquid-based Cytology
- Fine Needle Aspirations
- Skin Scrape
Laboratory opening hours:
Monday to Friday: 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Medical Quality and Efficiency
Full unconditional CPA accreditation, incorporating ISO 15189.
- Consultant Pathologists are Members or Fellows of the Royal College of Pathologists
- Consultant Pathologists have full registration with the GMS and appear on the Specialist Register
- Consultant Pathologists take part in relevant EQA schemes and take part in the Royal College of Pathologists CPD scheme
- There are regular audits of the laboratory's activites including the quality of reports and overall delivery of service
- All permanent Biomedical Scientists are members of the Institute of Biomedical Scientists, take part in CPD and hold Certificates of Competence.
- The laboratory takes part in National EQA Schemes (NEQAS)
Testimonial
"We have a long term contract with IHS to support our cellular pathology service. I have been delighted with their quality and reliability, which has been achieved within our budget allocation. Of particular note is the personal attention given to our work."
Dr John P. Allen MB, BS, FRCPath
Queen Victoria Hospital, East Grinstead