Healthcare Scientists who work in life sciences may work in hospital laboratories or out in the community. They may work for other agencies such as the National Blood Service or the Health Protection Agency. Life Sciences cover three broad areas.

1. Pathology laboratories - most hospitals have clinical pathology laboratories. Healthcare Scientists investigate the cause of illness and how it progresses. They carry out tests on tissue, blood and other samples from patients. These scientists have a crucial role in diagnosing illness, which helps doctors decide what action to take with their patients. They also help doctors choose the best type of treatment for patients and they monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

2. Genetics - Healthcare Scientists here are generally based in specialist hospitals across the country. They play an important role in understanding the genetic components of illnesses.

3. Embryology - a rapidly developing field. Healthcare Scientists are
key in creating life or providing other solutions to infertility. They are
often based in specialist hospitals or clinics.

Life Sciences disciplines include:

Anatomical Pathology
Blood Transfusion
Clinical Biochemistry
Clinical Cytogenetics
Clinical Embryology
Clinical Immunology
Cytopathology including Cervical Cytology
Electron Microscopy
External Quality Assurance
Haematology
Haemostasis & Thrombosis
Histocompatability & Immunogenetics
Histopathology
Molecular Genetics
Microbiology
Phlebotomy
Tissue Banking
Toxicology

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