Introduction:
Cutting-edge research is elucidating the etiology of diseases, uncovering novel biomarkers and potential therapies. The field of histopathology-based research is rapidly expanding as new and more efficient technologies are allowing scientists to leverage global expertise and analyze tissue at new cellular depths.
Digital Pathology is revolutionizing the impact and progression of pathology research. High resolution, whole slide images of tissues can now be captured with an efficiency that has not been achieved with microscopes and cameras. Furthermore, digital pathology provides labor saving efficiencies compared to a manual workflow, which can expedite research project timelines. A large, prominent US research institute sought a digital pathology solution to develop a global image library of a specific organ. The aim was that the library would be shared for viewing and performing multi-faceted analysis from anywhere in the world. The project required tens of thousands of 2”x3” (double) slides to be scanned at a high image quality and speed in order to meet an aggressive timeline. In addition, efficiencies in labor were sought in order to maximize the output of laboratory staff time over segments of the project. Through the implementation of an Aperio ePathology Solution, high quality, whole slide images were captured, concomitant with a 65% (20 min. manual vs. 7 min. automated per slide)1 time savings in slide imaging. Total labor savings were estimated at over $400,000 through faster scanning, increased accuracy and decreased rescan rates. As a result of this implementation, the institute has created a world-renowned image library; providing researchers an efficient platform to access essential data to underpin their research.
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