Clinical pathology involves analyzing bodily fluids and tissues to support diagnosis and treatment. This text introduces the key components of pathology practice, including haematology, microbiology, and biochemistry. It emphasizes specimen handling, laboratory procedures, and result interpretation, helping healthcare students integrate laboratory data with patient care.
Jed Kennedy is a pathologist and academic clinician with a focus on diagnostic protocols and laboratory workflow management. His experience includes working across various subspecialties such as hematopathology, immunopathology, and chemical pathology. Jed has been an invited speaker on integrating clinical decisions with pathology outcomes and has authored practical guides for laboratory technicians and clinicians alike. His work emphasizes efficiency, accuracy, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in pathology practice.