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Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who is a Pathologist?
A pathologist is a medical specialist who studies and analyzes samples and tissues and is responsible for running lab tests. A pathologist is the most vital part of the treatment team who aids other medical specialists in accurately diagnosing the disease and helping to decide a treatment plan.
2. Who are clinical pathologists?
Clinical pathologists are physicians specializing in the field of diagnosis and disease management using laboratory tests based on research.
3. Why visit a pathologist?
A pathology doctor may analyze anything from cancer to blood diseases like anemia. The following are typical pathologist responsibilities: blood tests to look for bleeding problems and abnormalities in blood chemistry and cells.
4. What does a pathologist do during the day?
A pathologist is a clinician who examines body fluids and tissues, assists the primary care doctor in making a diagnosis regarding the health or any medical problems you may be experiencing. They utilize laboratory testing methods to monitor the health of patients with chronic illnesses.
5. What are types of pathology?
There are four types of pathology - dermatopathology, anatomic pathology, forensic pathology, and laboratory medicine.
6. Is a pathologist known as a doctor?
Yes, pathologists are trained specialist physicians and they are called doctors. To be a pathologist, one has to graduate with an MBBS degree and, after that, follow MD in Pathology or Diploma or other identical courses recognized by the Medical Council of India, abbreviated as MCI.