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What is Chemical Pathology

Chemical pathology, also known as clinical biochemistry or clinical chemistry, is a medical specialty that focuses on the analysis of bodily fluids such as blood, urine, and cerebrospinal fluid to assess various biochemical parameters. The primary goal of chemical pathology is to diagnose and manage diseases by measuring concentrations of specific molecules, ions, enzymes, hormones, and other substances in the body. What is the purpose of Chemical Pathology? Chemical pathology helps healthcare professionals diagnose, monitor, and manage a wide range of medical conditions by evaluating the biochemical composition of bodily fluids. It provides valuable insights into organ function, metabolic processes, hormonal balance, and the presence of disease.

Important facts:

Important facts:

Testing Process

You might need to give samples of your blood, urine, or other fluids. These samples are analysed in a lab using special machines to measure different things, like sugar levels, kidney function, or cholesterol.

Diagnosing Diseases

Chemical pathology can reveal if you have certain diseases or conditions, like diabetes, kidney problems, or issues with your liver or heart. It's an important tool for doctors to figure out what's going on with your health.

Monitoring Health

If you have a condition, chemical pathology tests can help keep track of how well your treatments are working. Your doctor might order these tests regularly to make sure your health is improving or staying stable.

Personalised Treatment

Based on the results, your doctor might adjust your treatment plan. This could mean changing medications, recommending lifestyle changes, or suggesting further tests to understand your condition better.

Understanding Results

Your doctor will explain what the test results mean for your health. Sometimes, abnormal results don't always mean something serious, but they might need further investigation. Don't hesitate to ask questions if you're unsure. Overall, chemical pathology plays a critical role in disease diagnosis, monitoring, and management by providing valuable biochemical information about the patient's health status.

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Dr Hanisah Abdul Hamid

Consultant Chemical Pathologist
Sessional Consultant
Specialty
Chemical Pathology, Toxicology
Qualifications
MD (USM), MPATH (UKM), Toxicology (Mahidol University, Thailand)
Suite Number
Laboratory
Spoken Language
English, Malay

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