Identify the disciplines of the laboratory.

Identification should include

  • anatomic pathology
  • chemistry
  • cytology and histology
  • cytogenetics
  • hematology
  • microbiology
  • molecular diagnostics
  • transfusion services.

Process/Skill Questions:

  • How would you describe each of the disciplines of the laboratory?
  • How do the disciplines of the laboratory work together?
  • How do laboratory services extract information from the patient?