Pathology

Tests and investigations

Below is our database of tests and investigations carried out within Pathology. Please note: results and gender-related reference ranges should be interpreted according to the clinical scenario.

Pathology: Information for Patients

Our lab staff perform tests on tissues and fluids to help with diagnosis and treatment. Our pathology staff also provide blood tests at our hospitals and in the community.

Blood Transfusion

The department is open 24 hours a day all year round and below is a summary of the type of work covered by the department.

Chemical Pathology (Biochemistry)

Department of Chemical Pathology and Metabolic Medicine also known as Clinical Biochemistry

Haematology

The Haematology and Blood Transfusion department provides a comprehensive high quality screening and advisory service to Cheltenham General Hospital, Gloucestershire Royal Hospital and to GP surgeries in Gloucestershire and parts of Worcestershire.

Histopathology

The histology department is based on the Cheltenham General Hospital site with a hotlab for frozen sections on the Gloucestershire Royal Hospital site.

Immunology

The Immunology laboratory provides a comprehensive clinical diagnostic service to the Gloucestershire Royal and Cheltenham General Hospitals, as well as the local community. It is located in the Pathology area of the hospital.

Microbiology

The department offers a comprehensive service for bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, serology and virology

Mortuary Services

We have the care and dignity of your loved one at the very heart of our practice. We work closely with the bereavement and chaplaincy teams to support you and your family during what can be a very difficult time.

Pathology contacts and advice service

If you have enquiries about your treatment regarding blood transfusions please contact your GP or the hospital team that is caring for you. For information about blood transfusions, including the donation of blood, please visit the NHS Blood and Transplant website.

Pathology Stores

Pathology Stores at both sites hold a wide range of disposable goods and chemicals used by each of the departments within the building. It also supplies the appropriate specimen containers, bags, forms and equipment needed for sample testing.

Sample materials

Work experience and laboratory tours

The Pathology laboratories are usaually able to offer a limited number of work experience placements each year.

Downloads and links

Forms such as NOID, NOIDS and stores ward order forms.

Information for Service Users

This information is aimed at healthcare professionals who are using our pathology services.

Molecular Pathology

The Molecular Pathology department, based within the Cellular Pathology Department at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (GHNHSFT), provides access to a comprehensive selection of specialist molecular pathology and genomic testing on formalin-fixed paraffin-embedded (FFPE) specimens.