Dr. Michael Argyres, MD

Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology

2777 MILE HIGH STADIUM CIR FL 3 DENVER CO, 80211 Show map

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Dr. Michael Argyres is a pathologist practicing in DENVER, CO, with over 20 years of experience. Dr. Argyres is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. Dr. Argyres serves as medical director of the laboratory at The Urology Center of Colorado, where he interprets prostate, bladder, and testicular biopsies, and oversees blood and urine testing. Dr. Argyres has a background in molecular genetics and also consults on a variety of research projects, including emerging personalized therapies and associated companion diagnostic tests.

Education and Training

University of Colorado AP/CP Residency 1999

Medical College of WIsconsin MD 1995

Stanford University Fellowship Surgical Pathology 2000

Board Certification

American Board of Pathology

Anatomic Pathology (Pathology)

Clinical Pathology (Pathology)

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Dr. Michael Argyres, MD

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My Answers

Do they send your gallbladder to pathology?
Yes. Rarely, an unexpected cancer is found. READ MORE
What is the treatment for high bilirubin in adults?
There are several causes. Gilbert syndrome is a familial cause that can cause clinical jaundice episodes, but is otherwise benign. Excessive lysis of red blood cells is another cause; this can be due to an autoimmune disorder or a viral infection. Severe liver disease is another cause; the bilirubin itself is not a big problem, but liver dysfunction, including but not limited to cirrhosis, is a big problem that must be addressed. READ MORE
Child's blood test?
Transfusions are a last resort. If the anemia is due to iron deficiency then iron pills or even intravenous iron supplements are best and safest. Other ways to increase iron are cooking in a cast iron skillet, eating red meats, etc. when the hemoglobin level drops below 6 mg/dL, then transfusion may be required. But this is rare unless there is a severe underlying cause of the anemia. READ MORE
When will I get blood test results?
This varies a lot. Some places give patients immediate access to their own results, aKaiser Permanente. I have gotten mine within about 3 hours for simple tests. READ MORE
How long is the biopsy of the prostate?
Good question probably depends on the operator but I would guess about +/- 20 minutes . I defer to my esteemed urology colleagues READ MORE
Is it normal to have pain 5 days after a prostate biopsy?
Yes, this is a brutally primitive procedure. We need better imaging studies that can highlight cancers without taking needle cores or better liquid biopsy, but this is the state of the science, unfortunately. READ MORE
How long does it take to get bone marrow biopsy results?
This can take 2-3 weeks or more depending on the indication, as some of the cytogenetic studies require the growth of your live cells in culture dishes, which like growing your plants can’t be rushed. READ MORE
How long should I wait for the biopsy results?
Your physician’s office or hospital should have a process for your doctor to review results and call you. Don’t wait too long though if you have a serious kidney condition! Sometimes they have a wrong number and aren’t reaching you! READ MORE
Will I get the lung biopsy results the next day?
While they may be available the next day to your physician, if it is a cancer there may be special stains and genetic studies that usually take at least 2 weeks to turn around. READ MORE
What type of anesthesia is the safest for a thyroid biopsy?
None is needed, the needle is very small. Still some practitioners use a little local lidocaine m, which is OK too. READ MORE
Will I get general anesthesia for a bone marrow biopsy?
Depends where you go. One place I worked used a brief epidosode of propofol, which worked great. Patient was asleep for 15 minutes and usually didn’t notice we were done when they woke up. READ MORE
How long is recovery after a bone marrow biopsy?
You may feel sore for a day or two, but it’s usually not too bad. Younger patients often have more pain afterwards than older. READ MORE
When will I receive liver biopsy results?
It will probably be a few days for the tissue to be processed, examined, perhaps shared with another colleague, perhaps examined with additional special stains, results communicated to your doctor, and then he needs time to sit down and make callbacks. READ MORE
Does a colon biopsy hurt?
You will be under “conscious sedation” and won’t notice or remember it, most likely READ MORE
Do you stay overnight for a colon biopsy?
No, that is an outpatient procedure. READ MORE
How can I treat my lower back pain?
Take your mind off it by keeping busy with other things that interest you. If you are comfortable walking, do multiple small to moderate walks per day. Change position often when sitting and lie down or use a recliner if you need to whenever able READ MORE
Plasma donation?
I hesitate to comment not having seen with my own eyes sorry. Pheresis should leave most of the lipid out of the product because it floats in a higher layer, but there is always some mixing READ MORE
Can I get a liver biopsy without anesthesia?
Yea they can use a local anesthetic. Often they will give some relaxation medicine like a benzodiazepine so you aren’t wiggling around in the scanner. READ MORE
Please help me interpret my AST and ALT lab results?
The elevated AST is not a harbinger of death, please relax a bit. Abstinence is highly recommended. There’s nothing good about alcohol. You don’t need it. That said, you are also on several medications, some of which could also be injurious to the liver. Maybe you should see a geriatrician and try to trim down your meds. READ MORE
Do you get local anesthesia for colon biopsy?
Conscious sedation. READ MORE

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Areas of expertise and specialization

Genitourinary PathologyImmunohistochemistryGeneral Surgical PathologyGastrointestinal Pathology

Faculty Titles & Positions

Chief of Immunohistochemistry and Autopsy Rocky Mountain Regional VAMC 2017 - 2019
Clinical Associate Professor of Pathology University of Colorado 2017 - 2019