Pathology involves the study and diagnosis of disease through the examination of organs, tissues, bodily fluids, and whole bodies. It plays a crucial role in understanding the nature of diseases and guiding treatment decisions.
Histopathology: Microscopic examination of tissues to diagnose diseases, including cancers. Cytopathology: Study of individual cells to detect cancers, infections, and other diseases. Molecular Pathology: Analysis of DNA, RNA, and proteins for diagnosing genetic conditions and cancers. Forensic Pathology: Investigation of deaths, often in legal contexts, through autopsies. Clinical Pathology: Laboratory testing of blood, urine, and other bodily fluids to diagnose diseases.