What We Do
Meet Baylor Pathology
Situated in the center of the largest medical center in the world.
Situated in the center of the largest medical center in the world, the Department of Pathology at Baylor College of Medicine enjoys a national reputation for setting standards, the highest quality of pathology services (both clinical and anatomical), education of residents and fellows, and research.
Since 1982, we have provided anatomic and clinical pathology services to numerous community hospitals across Texas. Currently, we provide pathology services at over 20 hospitals and numerous surgery centers, physician groups and outpatient facilities. Our Pathology faculty, which number over 40 pathologists, include recognized anatomic pathology experts in all the pathology subspecialties.
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Bone & Soft Tissue Pathology
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Breast Pathology
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Cardiovascular Pathology
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Cytopathology
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Dermatopathology
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Forensic Pathology
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GI & Hepatobiliary Pathology
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Genitourinary Pathology
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Gynecologic Pathology
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Head & Neck Pathology
- Hematopathology
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Neuropathology
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Ophthalmic Pathology
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Pediatric Pathology
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Placental & Perinatal Pathology
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Renal Pathology
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Thoracic Pathology
We also offer a full range of ancillary services including:
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Digital Pathology
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Electron Microscopy
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Fluorescence In Situ Hybridization (FISH)
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Flow Cytometry
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Immunofluorescence
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Immunohistochemistry
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Molecular testing
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Special Stains
We maintain the highest standards of services and clinician satisfaction:
24-48 hour turnaround time, except for cases requiring ancillary testing or consultation
Customized courier pick-ups & STAT pick-ups available
In-network with major insurance payers
Report delivery via web-postal, fax, and hard copy
Pathologists available for consultation regarding specific cases
Degreed and ASCP-certified representatives
In-services for our clients, for existing or new staff regarding specimen submission
Custom collection kits and requisition forms based on specialties
Our Values
Respect
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Value others and treat them with courtesy, politeness and kindness
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Promote and support diversity, inclusion and equity
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Encourage civil dialogue that considers diverse opinions and ideas
Integrity
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Interact with honesty, consistency and transparency
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Operate in ways that demonstrate ethical behaviors
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Foster personal accountability to build trust
Innovation
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Cultivate creative ideas and unique talents across the organization
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Embrace a culture of continuous improvement
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Inspire the creation and application of new knowledge
Teamwork
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Sustain a culture that values collaboration
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Communicate openly to enhance understanding
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Establish effective partnerships
Excellence
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Promote the highest standards of safety, quality and service
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Strive to excel in every aspect of our mission
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Support an environment that inspires the best from our people
By the Numbers
25+
Years in Operation
73
Employees
150,000+
Annual
Specimens Processed
100+
Papers Published
Lab Credentials
We maintain the highest standards of services and clinician satisfaction:
College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Internationally recognized, CAP accreditation is a way to demonstrate high-quality laboratory procedures and meet the most rigorous scientifically supported standards. CLIA (Clinical laboratory Improvement Amendment) compliance requirements are met or exceeded by CAP requirements. The rigorous evaluations ensure high accuracy in testing results.
Accredited laboratories by CAP must meet the requirements of their extensive checklists. These checklists assess laboratories against thousands upon thousands of requirements each year. These requirements are updated annually to reflect the latest best practices. This rigorous process ensures high standards of care and testing in areas such as:
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Validation of test system
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Analytical quality control
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Pre- and post-analytic quality management
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Proficiency testing
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Communication with various stakeholders: clinicians, patients, and administration
Clinical laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA)
CLIA was passed by Congress in 1988 to establish standards for non-research laboratory testing of human specimens. Each laboratory that performs these tests must be certified and approved by the Secretary of Health and Human Services (DHHS). The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) administers this program along with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
CLIA quality standards specify not only how the laboratory is run but also the qualifications of personnel and the use of analytic systems. CLIA standards apply to all clinical laboratories offering laboratory services. Regulations are dependent on the testing method. Pangea Laboratory has been certified to perform high-complexity tests. The requirements are very strict.
We believe in doing more than just being certified by CLIA. This is why we are also a CAP accredited laboratory, licensed to safely test human and animal specimens. Every two years, CAP inspections will be conducted by experts teams of experienced laboratory professionals from multiple disciplines. This ensures that our laboratory operations meet or exceed the industry's standards.
