Introduction To Pathology Flashcards
The science of the causes and effects of disease
Pathology
Pathology is mainly used in which examination
Laboratory examination
Infections, nutrients, and chemical environment fators are all classified under
Acquired etiology
Sequence of events in the response of cells or tissues to the etiologic agent
Pathogenesis
Clinical pathology include :
1.Hematology
2. Serology
3. Biochemistry
3. Immunology
4.Microbiology
Anatomical/Surgical pathology can be described as
Gross and microscopic examination to reach diagnosis
2 types of diagnosis in anatomical pathology
Biopsies and Smears
2 types of biopsies are
- Excisional (whole)
- Incisional (part)
Pap smear is and example of
Exfoliative cytology (surface)
Breast and thyroid are examples of
FNAC
The underlying cause of a disease
Etiology
The anatomical procedure in which it is easy to obtain with us and ct gudance is
FNAC
Can identify carcinoma
FNAC
What are the limitations of FNAC
- Only few cells are collected
- Can’t identify lymphoma and leukemia
The most invasive and best diagnosis process is
Excisional biopsy