Haematology

Dr P FitzPatrick & Dr M Martin - Mackay QLD Australia - Tel. (07) 4951 9700

Haematology: Alison Campbell

Haematology

The term Haematology is derived from Greek, meaning the study of blood. Basic haematology involves the analysis of the concentration, structure, and functions of the formed elements (cells) of blood and their products.

The Haematology department involves four main areas:

Full Blood Examination

• Hb, Hct, RBC, MCV, MHC, MCHC
• WBC differential count
• Platelet evaluation

Haemoglobinopathies and Other Hb Defects

• Hb
• MCV film
• HbEPP
• HbA2
• HbF
• HbH

Haemostasis (Coagulation) Studies

• PT, APTT, Fibrinogen
• Platelet count
• Bleeding time 
• Platelet aggregation studies

Transfusion Services

• Cross match, blood group and antibody screen.

Glossary of Haematological Abbreviations