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Molecular and genomic pathology is the study of tissue and blood samples on a molecular level. Sophisticated tests such as Next Generation Sequencing performed on DNA or RNA from an individual's tissue or blood may reveal the presence of genetic changes.

Put simply, molecular pathology is the study of disease at the molecular level. This includes molecules found in tissues, organs, and even bodily fluids. The term “molecular diagnostics” is often used to describe the medical diagnosis aspect of the field.

Molecular Pathology Laboratory Network, Inc. (MPLN) is a privately held, College of American Pathologists, New York State Department of Health and ISO15189 accredited molecular diagnostic laboratory specializing in oncology, infectious disease testing women's health testing and clinical trials.

Genomics is the study of the body's genes, their functions and their influence on the growth, development and working of the body.

A molecular genetic pathologist provides information about gene structure, function, and alteration and applies laboratory techniques for diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis for individuals with related disorders.

Molecular Pathology is a sub-field of Pathology. Molecular Pathologists apply molecular biology technologies (such as PCR or sequencing) to investigate diseased tissue or organs to identify and quantify disease markers. Based on their results, a diagnosis can be made and the optimal treatment can be identified.

Molecular pathology can be used to diagnose disease and/or to guide the prevention and treatment of disease. As an example of the former, infections by certain viruses (e.g. cytomegalovirus and Epstein-Barr virus) can be diagnosed by molecular testing for the presence of their specific RNAs in blood.