Hematology tests include tests on the blood, blood proteins and blood-producing organs. These tests can evaluate a variety of blood conditions including infection, anemia, inflammation, hemophilia, blood-clotting disorders, leukemia and the body’s response to chemotherapy treatments. 

Hematologists work with blood-related conditions, including several types of cancer. They use a variety of tests and treatments for these issues. Many hematologists also receive training in oncology, which is the branch of medicine dedicated to diagnosing and treating cancer