Anatomical pathology

Anatomical Pathology

Anatomical Pathology (pronunciation: /ænəˈtɒmɪkəl pəˈθɒlədʒi/) is a medical specialty that is concerned with the diagnosis of disease based on the macroscopic, microscopic, biochemical, immunologic and molecular examination of organs and tissues. It is often divided into two main categories: surgical pathology and cytopathology.

Etymology

The term "Anatomical Pathology" is derived from the Greek words "anatome" meaning "dissection" and "pathos" meaning "suffering". It essentially refers to the study of diseases through the dissection and examination of body tissues and organs.

Related Terms

Surgical Pathology: This is a branch of anatomical pathology that involves the examination of surgical specimens removed from the body for diagnostic purposes.

Cytopathology: This is another branch of anatomical pathology that involves the study of cells in disease.

Histopathology: This refers to the microscopic examination of tissue in order to study the manifestations of disease.

Autopsy: This is a highly specialized surgical procedure that consists of a thorough examination of a corpse to determine the cause and manner of death and to evaluate any disease or injury that may be present.

Biopsy: This is a medical test commonly performed by a surgeon, interventional radiologist, or an interventional cardiologist involving extraction of sample cells or tissues for examination to determine the presence or extent of a disease.

Molecular Pathology: This is an emerging discipline within anatomical pathology which is focused on the study and diagnosis of disease through the examination of molecules within organs, tissues or bodily fluids.

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Anatomical pathology