Hematologists do: ablation therapy (procedures in which abnormal tissue can be eliminated using heat, cold, lasers, or chemicals) blood transfusions. bone marrow transplants and stem cell donations.
What kind of tests does a hematologist do?
Hematology tests include tests on the blood, blood proteins and blood-producing organs. These tests can evaluate a variety of blood conditions including infection, anemia, inflammation, hemophilia, blood-clotting disorders, leukemia and the body's response to chemotherapy treatments.
What is a hematology procedure?
Tests and procedures that a hematologist may perform include: Complete blood cell count: This test can help diagnose anemia, inflammatory diseases, and blood cancer. It can also help with monitoring blood loss and infection. Platelet count: This test helps diagnose and monitor bleeding disorders.