Hematopathology

Hematopathology is an indispensable and distinct division of pathology department. It encompasses a wide range of blood, bone marrow and related disorders including both benign and malignant diseases.
Hematolymphoid neoplasms are one of the common malignancies in all age groups and accurate and timely diagnosis is the cornerstone for appropriate treatment.
Hematopathology laboratory at action cancer hospital provides round the clock facilities for peripheral blood count with 5 part fully automated differential cell counters. The section receives around 80, 000 hemogram samples and more than 700 bone marrow samples annually.

Services We Offer:

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

• A detailed analysis of red and white blood cells, platelets, hemoglobin, and hematocrit levels to detect conditions such as anemia, infections, and clotting disorders.

Coagulation Testing:

•  Prothrombin Time (PT) and Activated Partial Thromboplastin Time (aPTT): Evaluation of blood clotting functions to diagnose bleeding disorders, monitor anticoagulant therapy, and assess liver function.
•  Fibrinogen Testing: Measurement of fibrinogen levels to assess clotting ability and diagnose conditions such as disseminated intravascular coagulation (DIC) and liver disease.

Bone Marrow Examination: 

• Analysis of bone marrow samples to diagnose and monitor blood cancers, such as leukemia and lymphoma, and other marrow disorders.

Blood Smear Examination:

• Microscopic examination of blood cells to detect abnormalities in size, shape, and number, aiding in the diagnosis of various blood disorders.

Iron Studies:  

• Assessment of iron levels and storage to diagnose iron deficiency anemia and other related conditions.

Specialized Hematology Tests: FLOW CYTOMETRY AND MOLECULAR PCR  AND IMMUNOHISTOCHEMISTRY