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Dr. Sharif A. Ali M.D
Pathologist | Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology
550 1st Ave New York NY, 10016About
Dr. Sharif Ali is a pathologist practicing in New York, NY. Dr. Ali is a doctor who specializes in the study of bodily fluids and tissues. As a pathologist, Dr. Ali can help your primary care doctor make a diagnosis about your medical condition. Dr. Ali may perform a tissue biopsy to determine if a patient has cancer, practice genetic testing, and complete a number of laboratory examinations. Pathologists can also perform autopsies which can determine a persons cause of death and gain information about genetic progression of a disease.
Board Certification
PathologyAmerican Board of PathologyABP
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Dr. Sharif A. Ali M.D's Expert Contributions
How can you test for hepatitis B?
Serum test called hepatitis B antigen and antibodies. READ MORE
Can you live with gallbladder cancer?
Very good question. It all depends on when was it discovered. There is something called T classification which show how deep the cancer got into the gallbladder wall or perhaps invades the liver or adjacent organs. READ MORE
What tests are used to diagnose thyroid diseases?
Really an FNA and genetic testing for a lesion is still standard of care. We don't have blood test for it yet. READ MORE
How long does it take for pathology results to come back?
It varies from 1 to 8 business days. It depends on the case complexity and diagnosis... READ MORE
Do pathologists do surgery?
Nope. READ MORE
What does a pathology report tell you?
Diagnosis and stage of cancer if there is any.. READ MORE
How long does it take to get chickenpox test results?
Usually 24 hrs. READ MORE
My 3 year old son hemoglobin level is 6.4. Is it a serious problem?
Yes. You son should go see a doctor as soon as possible. This is certainly very low .. READ MORE
What happens when you go through liver failure?
You body won't be able to detox items, digest fat or utilize complex carbohydrates. Usually patient gets jaundiced, very fatigue and they go into hepatic coma or encephalopathy which means inability to function. READ MORE
What tests are used to check for diabetes?
Nowadays we rely on fasting glucose and HbA1c levels READ MORE
Is a prostate biopsy painful?
Not usually... but you may experience some deep seated pain that lasts for a day. READ MORE
How are UTIs diagnosed?
Sure READ MORE
What tests should I do for gonorrhea?
Swap and culture READ MORE
How will my nose fungal infection be diagnosed?
Nasal culture READ MORE
How long do biopsy pathology reports take?
5 business days... READ MORE
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