Will Spatial Transcriptomics Transform Pathology?
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Gene Expression Profiling, Neoplasms/genetics, Neoplasms/pathology, TranscriptomeAbstract
Spatial transcriptomics (ST) is an emerging technology that maps gene expression directly onto tissue architecture. As it moves toward clinical adoption, ST is poised to become an integral tool in precision diagnostics. Here, we discuss its potential to complement and enhance traditional morphological assessment, reinforcing the pathologist’s central role in the molecular era.Downloads
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