Hematology & Blood Disorders
Hematology & Blood Disorders focus on the study, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting blood, bone marrow, and the lymphatic system. This area includes the management of anemia, clotting disorders, infections, and blood cancers through laboratory evaluation, advanced diagnostics, and targeted therapies aimed at improving patient health and overall blood function.
Hematology focuses on diagnosing and managing blood-related conditions to maintain healthy circulation and immune function.
Major Types of Blood Disorders
- Anemia
- Leukemia
- Hemophilia
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Thalassemia
Scope of Hematology
- Evaluation of blood abnormalities
- Diagnosis of anemia, thrombosis and clotting disorders
- Transfusion medicine and blood component therapy
- Bone marrow and stem cell disorders
Diagnostic Approaches
- Complete blood count (CBC) and peripheral smear
- Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy
- Coagulation profile testing
- Genetic and molecular testing
- Flow cytometry and immunophenotyping
- Imaging for disease staging
Treatment & Management
- Blood transfusion and component therapy
- Chemotherapy and targeted therapy
- Immunotherapy and biologic treatments
- Anticoagulations therapy
- Iron therapy and nutritional management
- Stem cell or bone marrow transplantation
