Importance of the HEMATOLOGY
What is the basic function of the hematology lab? or What is the scope of hematology? or What is the hematology section in the laboratory? Hematology is the specialty responsible for the diagnosis and management of a wide range of benign and malignant disorders of the red and white blood cells, platelets and the coagulation system in adults and children. The Hematology Section performs routine and special tests on the components of whole blood such as the red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. The section also performs cell counts, differential counts, and other microscopic examination of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and other body fluids. Areas of study Four major areas of study within hematology include: - Hemoglobinopathy - Hematological malignancies - Anemia - Ccoagulopathy. - Hemoglobinopathy is the study of abnormality in the globin chains of hemoglobin molecules. In addition to sickle cell anemia, thalassemia (also known as erythropoiesis) is part