Cytopathology 207ZC0500X
Cytopathology: This is a branch of pathology that diagnoses and studies various diseases on the cellular level. A common example is a pap smear. It is also used to investigate diseases involving sterile body cavities, thyroid lesions and a wide variety of other body sites.
Taxonomy Code: 207ZC0500X
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians | Pathology | Cytopathology
Allopathic and Osteopathic Physicians: Allopathic physicians are general doctors (Medical Doctor or MD), whereas osteopathic physicians (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine or DO) deal specifically with Osteopathy, targeting in healing the body with minimal use of medicine with an emphasis focusing on preventative care. Both types are fully licensed physicians, educated in diagnosing, as well as offering treatment for various illnesses and disorders.
Pathology: This is simply the study and diagnosis of disease. A Pathologist can be either a MD or DO. In general, Pathology is a complex scientific field that seeks to understand the mechanisms of injury to tissues and cells, along with the body's means of recognizing and repairing injuries.