The Department of Clinical Pathology in a medical testing laboratory uses laboratory testing to help diagnose diseases. This includes analyzing bodily fluids, tissues, and microscopic evaluation of cells. The department may use advanced computer technology, automated equipment, and point-of-care equipment to get specimen testing to intensive care units and operating rooms.
Clinical pathology encompasses a wide range of laboratory tests, including: Department of Clinical Pathology
• Blood tests: Can provide information about infections, anemia, and liver function
• Urine tests: Can detect kidney problems, urinary tract infections, and other conditions
• Tissue biopsies: Can be used to diagnose cancer, infections, and other diseases Clinical pathologists are medical doctors with specialized training to study medical conditions using human tissue, blood, urine, and other body fluids. They work closely with other teams, such as clinical biochemistry and haematology, to provide high-quality, timely, and affordable services.