Conflicts of interest: Sara Tomassetti has received honoraria for presentations from Roche and Boehringer Ingelheim. Conflicts of interest: Lauren K. [erj.ersjournals.com]

The pathology report shows the type of cells present, their characteristics and whether they are normal, cancerous or abnormal but not cancerous. If the report shows that the cells are cancerous, they may need to be studied further. [cancer.ca]

A pathologist then evaluates the biopsy sample under a microscope to determine if any cancer or precancerous cells are present. [breastcancercourse.org]

• Pathologist

  A biopsy involves a pathologist examining tissue samples for signs of diseases and the extent of their progression. A pathologist is a specialist doctor who examines bodily tissues and fluids to provide diagnoses that guide treatment decisions. [medicalnewstoday.com]

  A pathologist then evaluates the biopsy sample under a microscope to determine if any cancer or precancerous cells are present. [breastcancercourse.org]

Find out more about helping your child cope with tests and treatments. Lester J. Early stage breast cancer. Yarbro CH, Wujcki D, Holmes Gobel B, (eds.). Cancer Nursing: Principles and Practice. 8th ed. [cancer.ca]

If it is malignant, they will assess how aggressive or advanced the cancer is, as this information will also guide treatment decisions. Learn more about cancer stages. [medicalnewstoday.com]