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In Brief... Pathologist

 Brief Description:

Examine and study the causes and effects of various diseases and illnesses.


Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 19

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Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, and molecular biology. 

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Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities. 

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Consult with physicians about ordering and interpreting tests or providing treatments. 

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Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians. 

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Write pathology reports summarizing analyses, results, and conclusions. 

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Analyze and interpret results from tests such as microbial or parasite tests, urine analyses, hormonal assays, fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and polymerase chain reactions (PCRs). 

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Conduct genetic analyses of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) or chromosomes to diagnose small biopsies and cell samples. 

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Diagnose infections, such as Hepatitis B and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), by conducting tests to detect the antibodies that patients' immune systems make to fight such infections. 

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Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases. 

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Obtain specimens by performing procedures such as biopsies and fine need aspirations (FNAs) of superficial nodules. 

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Qualifications required?

Level 9 Award in related subject area

Typical entry routes:

You must first qualify as a medical doctor and then gain a training post in a Pathology Laboratory that takes a further five years.

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