Sidney N. Kahn, ChB, MB

Chemical Pathologist

Dr. Sidney N. Kahn is a Chemical Pathologist in Wyncote, PA with special training and skill in identifying and studying disease by examining and analyzing electrolytes, hormones, and tumor markers. As a Chemical Pathologist, Sidney N. Kahn, ChB, MB performs laboratory tests and analysis of bodily fluids. Chemical Pathology is the biochemical diagnosis of disease and the monitoring of chemical changes that occur during treatment. Significant diseases and conditions treated by Chemical Pathologists include diabetes, heart and liver disease, drug abuse, and cancer. Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Chemical Pathologists include blood, urine, and saliva tests.

A chemical pathologist has expertise in the biochemistry of the human body as it applies to the understanding of the cause and progress of disease. This physician functions as a clinical consultant in the diagnosis and treatment of human disease. Chemical pathology entails the application of biochemical data to the detection, confirmation or monitoring of disease.