{"id":810,"date":"2018-12-11T19:08:50","date_gmt":"2018-12-11T19:08:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/?page_id=810"},"modified":"2026-01-15T09:35:04","modified_gmt":"2026-01-15T15:35:04","slug":"oral-maxillofacial-pathology-laboratory","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/reference-labs\/oral-maxillofacial-pathology-laboratory\/","title":{"rendered":"Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Laboratory"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]At the forefront of oral, head &amp; neck diagnostics, our laboratory delivers comprehensive, computerized analysis of biopsy specimens with unmatched precision and reliability. Staffed by two board-certified oral and maxillofacial pathologists and supported by a leading health center with an extensive surgical pathology faculty, we provide expertise you can trust for both patient care and groundbreaking research. From routine cases to complex diagnostic challenges, we are dedicated to accuracy, clarity, and advancing the field of oral and maxillofacial pathology.<\/p>\n<h2>Fast, Accurate Oral Biopsy Service<\/h2>\n<p>UT Health San Antonio offers comprehensive diagnostic services for the oral cavity and head &amp; neck region. Our board-certified pathologists provide:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Precise histopathologic diagnoses<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Comprehensive expert consultation<\/strong> in the analysis of oral and head &amp; neck specimens<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salivary gland focus scoring<\/strong> for the diagnosis of <strong>Sj\u00f6gren syndrome<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct immunofluorescence<\/strong> for the diagnosis of vesiculobullous diseases<\/li>\n<li><strong>Personalized radiographic and clinical consultations<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Supported by a major multi-disciplinary health science center<\/strong> with a large general and subspecialty surgical pathology faculty<\/li>\n<li><strong>24\u201348 hour rapid turnaround time<\/strong> to guide patient care<\/li>\n<li><strong>San Antonio\u2013area courier<\/strong> available for pick-up<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shipping supplies provided at no charge<\/strong> for out-of-town clients<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Meet Our Experts<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/directory.uthscsa.edu\/academics\/profile\/jonesac\"><strong>Anne C. Jones, DDS<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; <em>UT System Distinguished Teaching Professor<\/em><br \/>\nDr. Jones is a board-certified Oral and Maxillofacial Pathologist with decades of experience in patient care, teaching, and research. She earned her DDS from the Medical College of Virginia and completed her residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at Booth Memorial Medical Center (New York Presbyterian\/Queens) in Flushing, NY. At UT Health San Antonio since 1998, she provides clinical consultations, diagnostic expertise, and mentorship to future pathologists.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/stage.uthscsa.edu\/patient-care\/physicians\/providers\/1124210059\/Juliana-Robledo\">Juliana Robledo, DDS<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>&#8211; <em>Assistant Professor\/Clinical<br \/>\n<\/em>Dr. Robledo is a board-certified specialist with extensive clinical and academic experience. She earned her DDS in Colombia and completed her residency in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology at the University of Florida and went on to do a Head &amp; Neck Surgical Pathology Fellowship at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio. After 14 years in private practice, she joined UT Health San Antonio in 2021, offering expert diagnostics, patient consultations, and collaborative support for referring physicians. Both are recognized leaders in the field, combining clinical expertise, teaching, and research to provide exceptional oral and maxillofacial pathology services.<\/p>\n<h3>Why Choose Us<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Advanced Diagnostic Techniques<\/strong><br \/>\nCutting-edge laboratory methods ensure accurate, timely, and clinically actionable results.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Direct Pathologist Consultation<\/strong><br \/>\nAccess to expert oral and maxillofacial pathologists for interpretation, clarification, and collaborative case review.<\/li>\n<li><strong>24-Hour Turnaround for Soft Tissue Specimens<\/strong><br \/>\nRapid processing to support prompt diagnosis and guide patient management.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flexible Result Delivery Options<\/strong><br \/>\nReports can be delivered through the method that works best for your practice\u2014EMR, fax, secure email, or portal access.<\/li>\n<li><strong>State-of-the-Art Cancer Center Affiliation<\/strong><br \/>\nSupported by a nationally recognized cancer center and multidisciplinary team, providing unmatched expertise and resources.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Easy, Pre-Paid Biopsy Kits<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Formalin Containers &amp; Biohazard Bags<\/strong><br \/>\nConvenient, ready-to-use materials for safe specimen collection and transport.<\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit\">Oral Pathology Request Forms<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit\"><span style=\"font-size: inherit\">Streamlined requisitions to ensure complete and accurate clinical information.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong>Michel\u2019s Solution for Immunofluorescence<\/strong> <em>(available upon request)<\/em><br \/>\nIdeal for suspected autoimmune vesiculobullous diseases requiring DIF analysis.<\/li>\n<li><strong><span style=\"font-size: inherit\">Local Courier Service or Pre-Paid FedEx Labels<br \/>\n<\/span><\/strong>Reliable transport options for both San Antonio\u2013area clinics and out-of-town providers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Insurance &amp; Billing<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Most Major Medical Insurances Accepted<\/strong><br \/>\nIncluding Medicare and Medicaid, ensuring broader patient accessibility.<\/li>\n<li><strong>PECOS Enrollment Required for New Clients<\/strong><br \/>\nSupports accurate ordering, compliance, and seamless billing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Please Note:<\/strong> We do <strong>not<\/strong> process microbiologic cultures or cytology specimens.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Contact Us<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"tel:+12105676599\">210-567-6599<\/a> |\u00a0 <a href=\"mailto:STRLClientServices@uthscsa.edu\">STRLClientServices@uthscsa.edu<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>Submitting Oral Biopsy Specimens<\/h3>\n<p>At UT Health San Antonio Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Services, we make specimen submission simple, safe, and fully compliant. Our pre-paid containers and clear documentation process ensure accurate handling and timely results from our board-certified oral pathologists.<\/p>\n<h3>Routine Histology Submissions<\/h3>\n<p>Use the pre-paid specimen container that includes 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.<\/p>\n<p>Note: All specimen vials carry formaldehyde hazard warnings. Clients are responsible for ensuring shipments comply with Hazardous Material Regulations (Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations).<\/p>\n<h3>Submission Instructions:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Place the specimen in the white-lid container with 10% Neutral Buffered Formalin.<\/li>\n<li>Clearly label each container with:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Patient name<\/li>\n<li>Date of birth<\/li>\n<li>Specimen site or laterality<\/li>\n<li>Clinician\u2019s name<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Complete the Oral Pathology Request Form, including:\n<ul>\n<li style=\"list-style-type: none\">\n<ul>\n<li>Patient and billing\/insurance information<\/li>\n<li>Relevant clinical details<\/li>\n<li>Clinician contact information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Place the completed form <strong>in the mailing box or inside the front sleeve of the biohazard bag<\/strong> with the specimen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Immunofluorescence Submissions<\/h3>\n<p>For cases requiring immunofluorescence studies:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Place the specimen in the green-lid container containing Michel\u2019s Transport Medium.<\/li>\n<li>Label and complete documentation as described above.<\/li>\n<li>Include the completed request form in the mailing tube or biohazard bag sleeve with the specimen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Packaging and Shipping<\/h3>\n<p>All specimens must be shipped according to federal Hazardous Material Regulations. Our pre-paid kits are designed for easy, compliant specimen transport and ensure specimens reach our laboratory promptly and safely.<\/p>\n<h3>Contact Information<\/h3>\n<p>UT Health San Antonio<br \/>\nDepartment of Pathology &amp; Laboratory Medicine<br \/>\nOral and Maxillofacial Pathology Services \u2013 Room 344B-MED<br \/>\n7703 Floyd Curl Dr.<br \/>\nSan Antonio, TX 78229<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hours:<\/strong> Monday\u2013Friday, 8:00 a.m.\u20135:00 p.m.<br \/>\n<strong>Phone:<\/strong> <a href=\"tel:+12105676599\">210-567-6599<\/a><br \/>\n<strong>Email:<\/strong> <a href=\"mailto:STRLClientServices@uthscsa.edu\">STRLClientServices@uthscsa.edu<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;]\n        <div class=\"panel colorized-border border-institutional single-border single-border-top\"  >\n              <div class=\"text-center\">\n              <div class=\"circle colorized-institutional close2x mid-icon\"><span><i class=\"icon-document\"><\/i><\/span><\/div>\n                <h2>Lab Forms<\/h2>\n              <\/div>\n                <div class=\"loose-list line-delimited\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/10\/Oral-Supply-Request-Form.pdf\">Oral Request<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2021\/08\/Patient-Release.doc\">Patient Release<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/08\/25055-1672-Oral-Specimen-Pick-Up-Request-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request Specimen Pickup<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/01\/Request-Supplies.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request Supplies<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/08\/25055-1674-Request-Case-Materials-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request Case Materials<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/08\/25055-1673-Patient-Report-Request-Form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Request a Report<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2024\/06\/CMS-855O.pdf\">PECOS Application<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/lsom.uthscsa.edu\/pathology\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/94\/2021\/08\/PECOS-Guidelines.pdf\">PECOS Guidelines<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><\/div>\n            <\/div>[\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]At the forefront of oral, head &amp; neck diagnostics, our laboratory delivers comprehensive, computerized analysis of biopsy specimens with unmatched precision and reliability. 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