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==Histopathologic type==
==Histopathologic type==
For specific diagnoses by organ system, see anatomic diagram on Patholines '''[[Main page]]'''. This resource will give the main steps towards reaching a diagnosis, but before making a tumor diagnosis, always confirm with [https://publications.iarc.fr/Book-And-Report-Series/Who-Classification-Of-Tumours The WHO Classification of tumors], and generally an experienced pathologist as well until you feel confident.
For specific diagnoses by organ system, see anatomic diagram on Patholines '''[[Main page]]'''. This resource will give the main steps towards reaching a diagnosis, but before making a tumor diagnosis, generally be sure that it fulfills the criteria of the condition according to [https://publications.iarc.fr/Book-And-Report-Series/Who-Classification-Of-Tumours The WHO Classification of tumors], and generally consult an experienced pathologist as well until you feel confident.


Visually, tumors and other suspected malignancies can usually be classified into one of the following groups:
Visually, tumors and other suspected malignancies can usually be classified into one of the following groups: