Anatomic and Clinical Pathology
Third Floor-Medical Arts Building / Local 3321 to 3325

The Anatomic and Clinical Pathology is responsible for the performance of the clinical and anatomic pathology procedures, to include the collection and transmittal/referral to the appropriate laboratory of specimen for procedures which are beyond the capabilities of the department.

The Anatomic Pathology Section examines all human tissues and fluids for histopathological and cytological studies; performs special studies in cardiac lesions and updates the cardiovascular registry.

The Clinical Pathology Section on the other hand, assists physicians in the diagnosis of diseases by using clinical pathology procedures such as clincial chemistry, hematology, microbiology, serology, and clinical microscopy.

The Blood Bank Section is responsible for the collection, processing, and dispensing of blood for heart patients; solution of blood transfusion reactions and other related problems; ensure proper and safe blood transfusion procedures at all times by following strict quality control methods; and preparation of blood components.