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Cervical biopsies are essential for detecting precancerous lesions in the cervix; however, biopsies of this sensitive area have also had a reputation for being uncomfortable…to even painful. But, that’s no longer the case. Innovation and technology now...
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Group B Streptococcus (GBS) is one of the most important — yet often overlooked — infections screened for during pregnancy, because identifying it early can make all the difference in protecting a newborn’s health.
Why is GBS Testing...
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At PathAdvantage, compassionate client care is the foundation of an excellent physician. Pathologist Alejandro Vargas M.D. takes this objective seriously, letting passion and empathy guide his work.
Dr. Vargas obtained a Bachelor of Science in biological...
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The FDA approval of at-home HPV testing is being marketed as a paradigm shift in cervical cancer screening, touting benefits such as superior convenience, accessibility and comfort.
However, while at-home HPV testing addresses barriers to traditional...
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What is Bacterial Vaginosis?
Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is a widespread vaginal infection, impacting roughly one in three women globally during their lifetime.
It is a serious illness, resulting from a disruption in the vaginal...
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At PathAdvantage, advancing women’s health care remains our core objective. Key to achieving that? Emily Gaston M.D. and her passion and advocacy for women’s health.
She is board-certified in anatomic and clinical pathology and specializes in...
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Syphilis. Speaking as a pathologist, it is time we looked at this disease through the lens of modern medicine with a clear-eyed view. There is a dangerous misconception that syphilis is a relic of the past, an obsolete condition — a disease of top hats,...
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As associate medical director and director of clinical pathology at PathAdvantage, Richard Hopley, M.D., is at the forefront of our patient-centered approach and cutting-edge testing.
Board-certified in both anatomic and clinical pathology, his education...
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At PathAdvantage, we're excited to announce the release of the eighth edition of The Bug Book, a critical resource for clinicians treating gynecologic-related infectious agents. This new edition includes several key updates to ensure the most accurate is at...
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Nearly 15 years ago, PathAdvantage published The Bug Book, a comprehensive resource covering vaginal health conditions, causative organisms, diagnoses and related treatments. The book answered a need for an accurate, up-to-date and easy-to-use reference...