…and that the right diagnosis is critical to your patients’ outcomes. uw ocular pathology...

…and that the right diagnosis is critical to your patients’ outcomes.

UW Ocular Pathology Laboratory

Because you know ocular tissue is different…

Sometimes it’s not what it seems


In a UW-sponsored study, the ocular pathology laboratory was able to correct the diagnosis in 30% of the cases.

An early biopsy submitted by an oculoplastics sub-specialist enabled an early diagnosis from our ocular pathology lab of sebaceous cell carcinoma.

We only do ocular pathology


• We know eye tissue

• We know what to look for

• We know how to handle it properly

We are ophthalmologists and pathologists:

You can rely on our diagnoses


• We pride ourselves on being thorough• In a litigious society, you can appreciate

the security of a solid pathology team that will support your needs

• Our services are backed by a great institution, with multiple subspecialties, on the cutting edge of technology

An electron micrograph of photoreceptors in retinal dystrophy.

Your specimens receive special care


• Our CLIA-certified laboratory sets the highest standards in evaluating your eye specimens

• Our work has been internationally recognized By submitting your specimens, you are

also helping teach our students, residents and fellows.

Ocular pathology is special


• We are equipped with all the tools and special stains needed to properly analyze ocular tissue: Immunohistochemical staining, cytology, electron microscopy and cryosectioning

• Gross photography, photomicrographs and digital imaging capabilities

Some ocular tissue requires special stains not used in other path labs

World-class, accurate analysis


• High-resolution scanning technology using Aperio Scan Scope® CS, allowing remote access to review individual slides

• Teleconferencing services available• Expertise of skilled, fellowship-trained

ophthalmic pathologists (and even a Laureate!)• Molecular genetic technique capabilities in

conjunction with our sister laboratories

We specialize in


• Ocular tissues• Lid lesions• Exenterations and eviscerations• Temporal artery biopsies• Orbital tissues

Free Shipping on all specimens


• We even provide the postage-paid specimen kit, at your request

We can work long-distance


We receive specimens from across the country!

Tell your team...

Here’s how:


• Have your Practice Manager contact our Department Administrator at (608) 262-9092

• Simplified billing options are availableAll specimens handled with the strictest of confidence

Others have said:


“From routine H&E histopathology to special stain for microorganisms and

immunohistopathology , UW’s lab is prepared to provide a broad range of services

with a fast turnaround time and easy access to fellows and faculty. The laboratory

truly exemplifies a world-class operation.”

- David L. McCartney, MD

Chairman, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center,

Lubbock, Texas

Others have said:


“I enjoy the attention to detail and the clarification of disease process that the

University of Wisconsin Eye Pathology Laboratory brings to my cases. The prompt

return of an accurate pathologic diagnosis has helped on many cases where the

clinical diagnosis was not obvious. The staff at UW Eye Pathology Lab is always

willing to take the time to personally discuss cases. Their knowledge of clinical

ophthalmology maximizes the usefulness of obtaining pathology consultation for

my diagnostic dilemmas.”

- David R. Hardten, MD

Phillips Eye Institute,

Minneapolis, Minnesota

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