Vinit Patil, Pathologist
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Vinit Patil

Hematologist-Pathologist | Hematology

3635 Vista at Grand St Louis MO, 63110
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Dr. Vinit Patil is a hematology pathologist practicing in St Louis, MO. Dr. Patil specializes in reviewing blood samples and interpreting laboratory results. These results give them an idea of whether certain diseases are malignant or not, in order for them to properly determine what exact treatment is needed. Hematopathologists are normally experts in leukemia, lymphoma, anemia, hemophilia and many other blood diseases.

Education and Training

Baylor College of Medicine PhD 2016

Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College MD 2003

Board Certification

American Board of Pathology

Hematology (Pathology)

Anatomic Pathology (Pathology)

Clinical Pathology (Pathology)

Provider Details

Male English, Hindi, Marathi
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Vinit Patil's Expert Contributions
  • High platelets?

    This repeat testing is necessary to see if the elevated platelet count is persistent and should be investigated further. Some times due to variety of reasons platelets may be elevated temporarily and this is a normal response of a body. If they are persistently elevated then the cause for it should be investigated further. READ MORE

  • Do I have leukemia?

    These symptoms are not specific for leukemia. However, elevated count (as mentioned by you) on CBC may be seen in Myeloproliferative conditions, which may progress to leukemia and so you should get it checked out by a hematologist. They will have to do some tests for definitive diagnosis. READ MORE

  • Does a thyroid biopsy require general anesthesia?

    Usually fine needle aspiration biopsy does not require general anesthesia and is done under local anesthesia. READ MORE

  • I have some abnormal lymphocytes: should we worry?

    I agree with your doctor, next step is follow up. In teenagers most common cause of abnormal lymphocytes is reactive (meaning body is reacting to some inflammation or infection). Sometimes these lymphocytes may persist for sometime. It should be followed up and further investigated if there are additional symptoms like sudden unintentional weight loss, night sweats or enlarged palpable lymph nodes. Overall, in your son's case, statistically, you don't need to worry. READ MORE

  • How do you read a pathology report for prostate cancer?

    Pathology report for prostate biopsy should say the diagnosis. If there is cancer in the specimen, then it will usually say adenocarcinoma. There should be a grade listed too. Higher grade means worst cancer. Sometimes report may include percent of prostate tissue involved by cancer. If there is no cancer, then the report will read benign prostate tissue or prostatic hyperplasia or prostatitis or no evidence of malignancy. READ MORE

  • My 3 year old son hemoglobin level is 6.4. Is it a serious problem?

    Yes this could be a serious problem. It's better to get it thoroughly checked with your pediatrician. READ MORE

  • What tests are used to confirm hepatitis?

    There are many ways to check for hepatitis. Usually serological test looking for antibodies are ordered first. Some physicians may order PCR based DNA tests depending on the results of serological tests. READ MORE

  • Why are bone marrow tests done?

    Bone marrow biopsy is done for many reasons. One of the reason is to evaluate low white cell count. There are many reasons for low white cell counts. They may range from reactive conditions such as bone marrow toxicity due to for example herbal supplements, medications, nutritional deficiencies, peripheral destruction or autoimmune condition etc myelodysplastic syndrome, even leukemia or lymphoma and metastatic disease in marrow. The procedure is slightly painful and takes about 15-30 minutes. Usually there is minimal bleeding. READ MORE

  • What does a diagnosis of anemia involve?

    Blood test will look for iron levels, storage, saturation and absorption. It will also look for vitamin B12 and folic acid deficiencies. Other test which can be ordered include zinc and copper levels, hemoglobinopathy evaluations, serum protein electrophoresis based on other constellation of symptoms and clinical concern. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for bacteria to grow with a UTI?

    It can take from 24 hours to up to 5 days for usual bacteria causing UTI. READ MORE

  • What samples are required for a DNA test?

    You can provide buccal swab or blood. READ MORE

  • My son's arterial blood gas test in the hospital is showing a high level of CO2. Should we get this checked again?

    In my opinion, the CO2 levels will be same in other lab as long as the method of CO2 measurement is same. So using a different lab for this purpose will not be helpful. Also, as long as your son's other vitals are stable and he has no sypmtoms, it should be ok. Some over the counter prescription may alter the CO2 levels and so be sure to tell your doctor if your son was taking something before going to hospital READ MORE

  • How long should a urine culture take?

    No, the results are not going to be faulty. Blood culture bottles are checked periodically until 72 hrs. The culture positivity is detected by a very sophisticated electronic system and as the bacteria starts to grow, this system detects it and notifies the lab personnel. READ MORE

  • My urine culture report was sent to another lab for a bacteria resistance report. Why does this happen?

    Some labs may not perform specialized susceptibility testing in house and so they usually send it to other (reference) labs. READ MORE

  • What does the CSF test include?

    CSF test can include many things differential counts, culture, biochemical lab test etc based on what the physician is looking for. READ MORE

  • My mother's biopsy confirmed a malignant tumor. Should we consider a second opinion before the treatment?

    This decision is completely up to you. If the diagnosis was difficult then it does not hurt to get second opinion. READ MORE

  • Home diabetes testing device and lab report show different results. What is more accurate?

    The lab test have more accurate results. Labs have to abide to strict guidelines to be able to safely perform and interpret these test. Diabetes testing devise is also not technically maintained. READ MORE

  • How long does it take for a biopsy report to come?

    Normal histological report of a biopsy should come out in 3-5 days READ MORE

  • Is pathology of pleomorphic adenoma accurate?

    FNA of pleomorphic adenoma is fairly accurate if you have a small tumor and enough material to look at under microscope. Even though the diagnosis of pleomorphic adenoma is benign but there is a small (5-10%) chance that it might be associated with carcinoma/malignant cancer or it might transform into one. Also it may recur. This chance depends on the size, location, clinical and gross characteristics, and genetics. If the tumor is well cicumscribed and located in the superficial lobe of the parotid gland, is smaller than 5 cm and is completely excised then the chances of recurrence or malignant transformation are very very low. Hence, it is usually recommended to excise it completely. READ MORE

  • Immunizations for travel

    Check the following website for details https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/list READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

Anatomic Pathology, Clinical Pathology and Hematopathology

Professional Memberships

  • College of American Pathologists  
  • American Society for Clinical Pathology  

Areas of research

Cell and molecular biology, Translational research

Vinit Patil's Practice location

3635 Vista at Grand -
St Louis, MO 63110
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