Pathology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study of diseases, particularly their causes, nature, and effects on the body. Pathologists are medical professionals who analyze tissue, blood, and other bodily fluids to diagnose diseases and help guide treatment. Pathology involves examining how diseases develop (pathogenesis) and how they affect tissues at a microscopic level.

Key Areas in Pathology

• 1. Anatomical Pathology Blockages in heart arteries.
• 2. Clinical Pathology Weakened heart function.

Common Pathology Techniques

• Biopsy – A procedure where a small sample of tissue is removed for examination to diagnose conditions like cancer.
• Autopsy – The examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death and study disease progression.
• Blood Tests – Pathologists examine blood samples to check for infections, anemia, diabetes, or other conditions.
• Microscopy – Using microscopes to examine cells, tissues, and microorganisms in detail.
• Molecular Diagnostics – Analyzing DNA, RNA, or proteins to diagnose diseases at a molecular level, such as in genetic testing or cancer research.