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The Pathologist / Issues / 2026 / August / Is Your Pathology AI Really Ready
Guidelines and Recommendations Digital and computational pathology Laboratory management Digital Pathology Software and hardware Technology and innovation

Is Your Pathology AI Really Ready?

New guidance explains why validating AI across scanners is essential for safe, reliable use in routine pathology

By Jessica Allerton 08/18/2026 Discussion 5 min read
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5 Key Takeaways
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    AI is rapidly advancing in pathology, with new FDA clearances and growing adoption, but validation for specific scanners is often overlooked.

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    The Digital Pathology Association published recommendations to ensure safe and consistent implementation of AI in pathology laboratories.

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    Validation of both scanners and AI algorithms is crucial, as studies show AI accuracy can decline when images are analyzed from different scanners.

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    Separating the validation processes for scanners and AI algorithms is essential to identify performance issues effectively and maintain high standards.

  • 5

    The recommendations emphasize the importance of pathologist oversight and proper planning to support AI integration into routine clinical practice.

This content is an AI-generated, fully rewritten summary based on a published scholarly article. It does not reproduce the original text and is not a substitute for the original publication. Readers are encouraged to consult the source for full context, data, and methodology.

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