Pathologists study the causes of disease and the ways in which disease processes affect our bodies.
Recognising the patterns that disease takes allows us to understand what is at the root of a problem, enabling accurate diagnosis. Following up this understanding of what has gone wrong helps us devise treatments and put preventative measures in place.
Blood transfusion provides replacement blood for patients who have lost or cannot make their own blood.
Biochemistry analyses the chemicals in the blood and other body fluids to aid the diagnosis of disease.
Haematology is the examination of blood and bone marrow samples to diagnose and manage long-term disease.
Consultant histopathologists examine tissue (histology) and cells (cytology) removed from patients during operations and in clinics.
Specimens from all parts of the body are examined in microbiology and virology for evidence of bacteria and viruses.
Phlebotomy opening times
Adult blood tests (and children over 12) – appointments must be booked, this is not a walk-in service.
Children’s blood tests
Specific service for children under two and urgent requests from GPs
Specific service for children aged 2 to 11 years old (GP requests)
Mortuary opening times
The mortuary is closed on bank holidays.
