Pathology can be divided into eight main areas: general pathology, anatomical pathology, clinical pathology, chemical pathology/biochemistry, genetics, hematology, immunology, and microbiology. General pathology studies cell and tissue injury and repair. Anatomical pathology diagnoses disease through microscopic analysis of samples. Clinical pathology and chemical pathology/biochemistry examine changes in substances in blood and fluids that indicate disease. Genetics analyzes chromosomal, genetic marker, and DNA abnormalities. Hematology addresses blood and bleeding disorders. Immunology performs immune function tests. Microbiology identifies diseases caused by microorganisms. Pathology provides an understanding of disease causes, patterns, evolution, and prevention.