Pathology

Pathology is the study of the causes and effects of diseases. It focuses on the changes in body organs and tissues caused by illness or injury, and on how factors such as genetics, environment, and lifestyle affect health. Pathology helps doctors make a diagnosis, plan treatment, and monitor the progress of a patient’s condition. It can also be used to identify diseases before they start to cause symptoms, allowing early intervention and prevention. As such, pathology is an important tool in public health and in the prevention and management of disease.