LABORATORY SERVICES

The Microbiology laboratory attached to the department has the following sections- Bacteriology,  Mycobacteriology (RNTCP testing centre),  Serology,  Virology,  Mycology and Parasitology. The laboratory is well-equipped to deliver accurate,  reliable results with the aid of automated instruments such as BacT/Alert,  VITEK2C,  VITROS , ELISA reader and washer. We also have the fluorescent microscope and dark-field microscope, modern autoclaves, Biological safety cabinets, and laminar flow in addition to the basic lab settings. The results are dispatched without delay via computerized networking system.
The major serological tests handled include that for HIV, Hepatitis A,B,C, and E, Autoimmune diseases, Leptospirosis, Dengue, Enteric fever, and Rickettsial diseases. The Microbiology laboratory is also involved in the External Quality Assurance programme (EQAS) with IAMM to ensure the quality and to meet the standard of diagnosis at an International level.

Our department is fortunate to have a very efficient group of doctors and support staff who are determined to set a bench mark in the rapidly advancing field of microbiology.