The Molecular Path: Histology to Genetic Analysis

Overview

Activity Title: Molecular Testing Pathway from Histopathology Sample Preparation to Genetic Laboratory Analysis Reporting

• Organized By: Saudi Society of Cytotechnology and Histotechnolog

• Event Details

  Date: February 10, 2026

  Venue: Online (Virtual Activity)

  Accredited CME Hours: 2 Hours

  Accreditation Number: ACA-20250006065

Speakers: 

• Dr. Raed M. Garout
  • Supervisor of the molecular diagnostic lab, King Abdulaziz University Hospital, Jeddah

• Dr. Rahaf T. Al-Qawas
  • Consultant & Assistant Head, Molecular Diagnostic Laboratory, King Abdul Aziz University Hospital, Jeddah

• Mrs. Sondos K. Eskander
  • Acting Cheif of Anatomical Pathology, King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah

• Mr. Ahmed J. Milebary
  • In-Charge – Genetic Send-out Lab, King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital, Jeddah

Learning Objectives

• Recognize essential pre-analytical requirements for histopathology and molecular/genetic testing, including tissue handling, fixation, tumor assessment, and proper sample selection.

• Identify the appropriate labeling, documentation, and preparation steps required before referring samples to molecular laboratories.

• Explain the clinical importance of molecular testing in histopathology and why it complements routine diagnostic methods.

• Determine the basic workflow of molecular testing performed in referral genetic laboratories (extraction, QC, sequencing, and reporting).

• Demonstrate competency by achieving >80% on the end-of-session assessment.

   

Target Audience

• Pathology Professionals (Anatomic, Clinical, Hematological, and Histopathology).

• Genetics Specialists (Cytogenetics, Molecular Genetics, and Medical Genetics).

• Laboratory Staff (Microbiology, Hematology, Transfusion & Blood Bank, and Cytopathology).

• Medical Oncologists and Genetic Engineers.