Physicians, Pathologists

01

Examine microscopic samples to identify diseases or other abnormalities.

02

Diagnose diseases or study medical conditions, using techniques such as gross pathology, histology, cytology, cytopathology, clinical chemistry, immunology, flow cytometry, or molecular biology.

03

Write pathology reports summarizing analyses, results, and conclusions.

04

Communicate pathologic findings to surgeons or other physicians.

05

Identify the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological change, and clinical significance of diseases.

06

Read current literature, talk with colleagues, or participate in professional organizations or conferences to keep abreast of developments in pathology.

07

Consult with physicians about ordering and interpreting tests or providing treatments.

08

Analyze and interpret results from tests, such as microbial or parasite tests, urine analyses, hormonal assays, fine needle aspirations (FNAs), and polymerase chain reactions (PCRs).

09

Review cases by analyzing autopsies, laboratory findings, or case investigation reports.

10

Manage medical laboratories.

11

Diagnose infections, such as Hepatitis B and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS), by conducting tests to detect the antibodies that patients' immune systems make to fight such infections.