Test Lesson 2 Intro to Patho

• The study of how diseases and disorders cause changes in the body is called

• Experts who analyze the body’s reactions to diseases are known as

________ pathology examines how diseases affect body organs and tissues

• __________ pathology focuses on diagnosing conditions using bodily fluids and may include hematopathology

• ____________ pathology uses the study of DNA, RNA, and biomarkers to help diagnose diseases.

Which disease is commonly studied in the field of pathophysiology?

• • Chickenpox

• • Coronary artery disease

• • Scurvy

• • Asthma

What is the main focus of forensic pathology?

• • Examining blood cells

• • Predicting treatment outcomes

• • Determining cause of death

• • Diagnosing allergies

A scientist studying DNA changes in cancer cells is working in which subfield?

• • Anatomical pathology

• • Molecular pathology

• • Clinical pathology

• • Forensic pathology

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What is a histotechnologist most likely to examine?

• • Blood pressure readings

• • Whole tissues for disease

• • DNA mutations

• • Patient diet records

Which professional uses laboratory skills to support diagnosis and research in pathophysiology?

• • Radiologic technologist

• • Medical laboratory technician

• • Physical therapist

• • Pharmacist