Which department performs a CBC?

The department that performs a Complete Blood Count (CBC) is Hematology. This is because a CBC is a test that evaluates various components of the blood, including red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and hemoglobin levels, all of which are essential indicators of a person's overall health and can help diagnose numerous conditions such as anemia, infections, and blood disorders.

Hematology specializes in the study of blood, blood-forming organs, and blood diseases, making it the most appropriate department for conducting this type of test. When performing a CBC, technicians analyze the blood sample on an automated analyzer, allowing for precise measurements and calculations of blood components.

Although other departments, such as Chemistry, focus on different aspects of biological samples, and Microbiology deals primarily with pathogens, the direct analysis of blood components falls well within the specialized realm of Hematology.