Hematology and hemato-oncology is the medical speciality focused on the diagnosis and management of disorders related to blood and blood-forming organs. This includes conditions affecting red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and the coagulation system in both adults and children.
At K J Somaiya Hospital, hematology services support accurate diagnosis, disease monitoring, and treatment planning through a combination of clinical evaluation and laboratory-based hematology tests. These investigations play a vital role in identifying blood-related conditions and guiding appropriate care.
Hematology evaluation commonly involves:
Monitoring response to treatment
The Hematology and Hemato-Oncology services manage a wide range of blood disorders. These may broadly be classified into benign and malignant conditions
| Benign Blood Disorders | Malignant Blood Disorders |
|---|---|
| -Hemophilia | -Leukemia |
| -Coagulation and bleeding disorders | -Hodgkin's lymphoma |
| -Glanzmann thrombasthenia | -Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma |
| -Thalassemia and sickle cell anemia | -Multiple myeloma |
| -Other malignant blood |
In addition to the above, several rare and complex blood disorders are also evaluated and managed by the hematology team.
The department provides comprehensive outpatient, day-care, and inpatient services for diagnosis and treatment.
OPD Diagnostic Services include:
Day Care & IPD Services include:
These services are supported by a dedicated hematology lab and coordinated clinical care.
Hematology services at K J Somaiya Hospital are delivered with a strong emphasis on safety, accuracy, and quality.
Key features include:
These measures support safe and effective management of both benign and malignant conditions.
A hematology test helps evaluate the health of blood cells and clotting mechanisms. These tests are used to diagnose, monitor, and manage various blood-related conditions.
Hematology tests are commonly advised to:
At K J Somaiya Hospital, a complete blood count test typically measures red blood cells, white blood cells, haemoglobin levels, and platelet count.
This test helps in:
Tests such as the coagulation profile test, PT INR test, and other clotting tests are advised when there are concerns related to bleeding or abnormal clot formation.
These tests support:
An anemia blood test helps identify low haemoglobin levels and underlying causes of anemia. A platelet count test evaluates platelet levels, which are essential for normal blood clotting.
Doctors may advise these tests to:
A blood cancer screening test may include blood tests, peripheral smear examination, and bone marrow evaluation when advised by a specialist.
These tests help:
If you are looking for a diagnostic center for hematology tests, K J Somaiya Hospital provides comprehensive evaluation through its hematology services and laboratory support.
Testing includes:
