Integrated Anatomic and Clinical Pathology Solutions
Southern Research’s integrated Pathology Services provide comprehensive anatomic and clinical pathology capabilities, essential for every stage of your preclinical research. Leveraging deep scientific knowledge, advanced technology, and GLP-compliant laboratories, our expert team delivers precise and timely pathology data critical for evaluating the safety and efficacy of therapeutic compounds. Our broad expertise ranges from detailed histopathologic evaluations and specialized neurological assessments to extensive clinical pathology analyses, ensuring robust data to confidently advance your therapeutic programs.

What Sets Us Apart:
- Integrated anatomic and clinical pathology
- Automated IHC and H&E staining capabilities
- Advanced digital pathology (brightfield and immunofluorescence imaging)
- Specialized neurologic and neurovirulence evaluations (including NHP whole brain and mouse DRG studies)
- GLP-compliant clinical pathology analysis (hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis)
- BSL-3 pathology capabilities
Anatomic Pathology
Our anatomic pathology services provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions, including necropsy and meticulous histological processing. Our skilled team ensures quality, consistency, and accuracy throughout every step.

Clinical Pathology
Delivering precise, GLP-compliant analyses across hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis, our clinical pathology lab ensures reliable results essential for regulatory submissions.

Automated Staining Technologies
Our automated IHC (immunohistochemistry) and H&E staining utilizes state-of-the-art platforms such as Bond RXm and Leica XL ST5010, ensuring consistent quality and high-throughput capabilities.

Digital Pathology
Our digital pathology suite includes advanced immunofluorescence and brightfield microscopy at 20X and 40X magnifications, enhancing diagnostic precision and efficiency.

Specialized Neuro Pathology
Expertise in specialized neuro evaluations, including neurovirulence and broader neurologic studies, featuring NHP whole brain assessments and mouse dorsal root ganglion (DRG) studies.

BSL-3 Pathology Capabilities
Robust BSL-3 compliant clinical and anatomic pathology capabilities, ensuring safe, precise sample processing and evaluation under high-containment conditions.

Pathology Expertise You Can Trust
Our highly trained and certified team delivers precise diagnostic insights backed by rigorous technical standards and board-certified veterinary pathologists. Experience unmatched accuracy and reliability in every pathology service we provide.

Certified Technical Excellence
Highly Certified Technicians Our technicians hold prestigious MLS(ASCP) and HT(ASCP) certifications, highlighting our commitment to quality and excellence in pathology services.

DACVP Certified Pathologists
Board-Certified Pathologists Our team includes board-certified veterinary pathologists (DACVP) and necropsy technicians, ensuring the highest standards in diagnostic accuracy and quality.
Our Experts
Carson Sakamoto, M.S., D.V.M., D.A.C.V.P., D.A.B.T.
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