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What does the Royal College of Pathologists do?

The Royal College of Pathologists is a charitable organisation whose main aim is to promote excellence in all areas of pathology for the benefit of patients.

The College does this by:

  • Setting standards for pathologists so that you can be sure that the pathology provided in your area is of the highest quality.
  • Educating the public about the importance of pathology so that patients understand any tests they have and what the results mean.
  • Promoting research in pathology and sharing the results to improve patient care in the future.