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Toxicologic pathologists should use distinct terms for apoptosis and necrosis when possible. A combined term is recommended when differentiation is uncertain or unnecessary, aiding clear cell death diagnosis.

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Area of Science:

  • Toxicologic pathology
  • Cellular biology
  • Histopathology

Background:

  • Historically, diagnostic nomenclature for individual cell death, specifically apoptosis and necrosis, has been inconsistent among toxicologic pathologists.
  • Recent research highlights distinct cellular pathways for apoptosis and necrosis, crucial for understanding toxicity mechanisms.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide clear guidance on the nomenclature for distinguishing apoptosis and necrosis in toxicologic pathology.
  • To establish diagnostic criteria for common cell death forms based on morphology.

Main Methods:

  • Discussion of cellular mechanisms and morphological features of apoptosis and necrosis.
  • Development of recommended nomenclature and diagnostic criteria for H&E-stained sections.
  • Consideration of special techniques for apoptosis characterization when needed.

Main Results:

  • Recommends using 'necrosis' and 'apoptosis' as separate diagnostic terms.
  • Advocates for modifiers to describe necrosis distribution (e.g., single cell, focal, diffuse).
  • Proposes 'apoptosis/single cell necrosis' when differentiation is not required, possible, or when both are present.

Conclusions:

  • Clearer, standardized nomenclature for cell death improves diagnostic accuracy in toxicology.
  • Morphological assessment in H&E sections is primary for diagnosis.
  • The guidance aims to harmonize nomenclature for the broader toxicologic pathology community.