Department Overview

Micro-Biology

The microbiology lab identifies the organism behind an infection and tests it against a panel of antibiotics, so a treating doctor knows not just what's causing an illness, but which medicine will actually work against it.

Mispa i3 — rate-based nephelometry & immuno-turbidimetry
  • Sample required

    Swab / fluid / urine per test — sterile container required

  • Typical turnaround

    Culture: 48–72 hrs; screening: same day

Micro-Biology testing area at National Lab
Tests Available

What we test for.

  • Culture & Antibiotic Sensitivity
  • Widal Test (Typhoid)
  • VDRL
  • Gram Stain & AFB Staining
  • Sputum for AFB (TB screening)
  • Wound / Pus Culture
  • Urine Culture
  • Stool for Ova & Parasites
Preparation note:

Most blood-based panels require 8–12 hours of fasting — plain water only. Ask our front desk or check your booking confirmation for test-specific instructions.

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Haematology

Complete blood count, peripheral smear, ESR and clotting studies on a fully automated 5-part cell counter.

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Bio Chemistry

Liver, kidney and lipid panels, blood sugar, electrolytes and 100+ biochemistry investigations.

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Clinical Pathology

Urine, stool and body-fluid analysis with expert clinical microscopy.

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Digital X-Ray

Advanced computed radiology with DRYPIX Smart imaging for chest, bone and mammography.

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Ready for your micro-biology test?

Book online, or call 0452-2533456 to schedule at any branch.

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