dermatopathology

 
WISCONSIN DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES + MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN

Academic Dermatopathology Expertise

SUBSPECIALTY DERMATOPATHOLOGY SERVICES

More Than Slide Interpretation.
Direct Dermatopathology Collaboration.

Wisconsin Diagnostic Laboratories (WDL), in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin Department (MCW) of Dermatopathology, delivers advanced dermatopathology services backed by double board-certified specialists, direct physician collaboration, and streamlined laboratory workflows.

Dermatopathology

300+

IHC Antibodies

Direct

Physician Consultation

Advanced

Molecular Diagnostics

Academic

Clinical Partnership with MCW

CLINICOPATHOLOGIC COLLABORATION

Dermatopathology Beyond Slide Interpretation

Our dermatopathologists are uniquely board-certified in both Dermatology and Dermatopathology, providing clinical insight that extends beyond pathology interpretation alone.

 

We integrate clinical notes, patient history, and photography into the diagnostic process to support true clinicopathologic correlation and more confident diagnostic decision-making.

For challenging cases involving lymphoma, rare cutaneous neoplasms, or soft tissue tumors, our dermatopathologists collaborate directly with board-certified surgical pathology subspecialists.

 

Our consultation-first approach ensures dermatology providers have direct access to physicians for discussion and clarification when needed.

SPECIALIZED DIAGNOSTIC EXPERTISE

Comprehensive Dermatopathology Services

Neoplastic Dermatopathology

  • Melanoma & atypical melanocytic lesions
  • Rare cutaneous tumors
  • Nail unit pathology
  • Soft tissue neoplasms
  • DFSP evaluation

Inflammatory Dermatopathology

  • Complex inflammatory dermatoses
  • Bullous disorders
  • Alopecia disorders
  • Drug eruptions
  • Autoimmune skin disease

Advanced Testing

  • 300+ IHC antibodies
  • Direct immunofluorescence (DIF)
  • ISH testing
  • Molecular diagnostics
  • FISH/translocation studies

Specimen Kits

Complimentary kits include pre-filled formalin jars, requisitions, and biohazard bags.

Transportation

Reliable courier services across Greater Milwaukee and expedited shipping support for regional and national clients.

EMR Connectivity

Direct electronic result delivery to your existing EMR system for a streamlined paperless workflow.

ADVANCED LABORATORY MENU

Selected Dermatopathology Stains & Testing

Immunohistochemistry (IHC)

PRAME, SOX-10, MART-1 / Melan-A, S-100, HMB-45, MITF, Melanoma Cocktail, P16, BRAF, PD-L1, Adipophilin, Treponema, HSV-1/2, VZV, Bartonella and more.

Immunofluorescence (IF)

IgG, IgA, IgM, C3, Fibrinogen, and IgG4 testing available in-house for autoimmune and bullous disease evaluation.

In Situ Hybridization (ISH)

EBER (EBV), High-Risk HPV, and Kappa/Lambda testing available for specialized diagnostic support.

Exclusive U.S. Capability: Rubella IHC Testing

Through its collaboration with MCW Dermatopathology, WDL is the only approved laboratory in the United States performing Rubella immunohistochemistry (IHC), providing specialized diagnostic support for rare and complex dermatopathologic evaluations.

 

Rubella IHC Request Form
SUBSPECIALTY CONSULTATION SERVICES

Dermatopathology Consultation Services

WDL and MCW Dermatopathology provide consultative review services for diagnostically challenging or complex dermatopathology cases, including inflammatory dermatoses, melanocytic lesions, lymphoid proliferations, and rare cutaneous neoplasms. Consultative cases may be submitted for subspecialty review and clinicopathologic correlation through our pathology consultation program.

Partner with WDL & MCW Dermatopathology

Academic dermatopathology expertise with responsive physician collaboration and advanced diagnostic support.

 

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