Pathology

Pathology is a branch of medicine which involves the study of disease and its causes, processes, development, and effects on the body. It also involves the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, as well as their prevention or cure. Pathologists use a variety of tools to study and diagnose diseases, such as specialised laboratory tests, tissue samples, and imaging. Pathology results help to determine the cause of an illness, monitor the progression of the illness, and suggest treatments. Pathology is essential for effective healthcare, providing the basis for treatment decisions, as well as to monitor the effectiveness of a particular treatment.