The Department of Clinical Pathology at Capital Diagnostics Centre supports the diagnosis of disease using laboratory testing of blood and other bodily fluids, tissues, and microscopic evaluation of individual cells. The department employs advanced computer technology and automated equipment. A wide range of point-of-care equipment is also available to get specimen testing straight to the intensive care units and the operating rooms. The laboratory scientists and pathologists work in close association with the clinical biochemistry team and the division of Hematology to deliver high quality, timely and affordable services.
When people are exposed to virus or bacteria their body’s immune system generates particular antibodies against the organism. Antibody levels help physicians decide if an infection appeared recently or some time ago. Viral infections, bacterial infections and others can be diagnosed with the help of serological studies. Capital Diagnostics Centre has the capability to test for blood-borne pathogens and examine blood specimens for vaccine preventable diseases, mosquito-borne diseases and diseases transmitted from animals to humans. Quality control with perfect results is the central goal. Towards this, the department employs the latest technologies that hugely increase the accuracy of the tests and diminish the chances of human error. The advanced methods in use produce a high level of sensitivity and accuracy while yielding great quality results.
The Microbiology Laboratory of Capital Diagnostics Centre provides complete clinical services for the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of infectious diseases. Several techniques like microscopy, isolation on culture media, detection of antibodies, etc. are employed to identify the presence of potentially pathogenic microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites. Antimicrobial susceptibility tests are executed on isolates to identify the most appropriate antibiotic for treating an infection. The laboratory is equipped with automated systems to address blood culture and mycobacterium culture, bacterial determination and antimicrobial susceptibility thus shortening the turnaround time for reporting.Quality control and quality assurance are held in highest regard in the lab.
The Hematology department at Capital Diagnostics Centre features an excellent equipment base including automated cell counters, coagulometers and flowcytometers. It provides a wide range of services for the diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders and bone marrow. The lab has powerful systems to diagnose several blood deficiencies, genetic defects, anaemia, leukaemia and clotting abnormalities. Comprehensive tests for the identification of bleeding disorders and all types of hypercoagulability disorders are also offered. The laboratory integrates highly skilled doctors, specialized technicians and strong automation to provide accurate, dependable results within a short period of time while maintaining a high degree of quality control.
Biochemistry is the study of chemical and biochemical components in the body for preventing, diagnosing and managing the disease. Diseases like diabetes, heart attacks, infertility, thyroid problems, cystic fibrosis and meningitis can be diagnosed by the examination of body fluids including blood, urine and CSF. The Clinical Biochemistry division at Capital Diagnostics Centre is a new generation laboratory featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology. It provides comprehensive clinical laboratory services in the extensive domain of clinical chemistry, therapeutic drug monitoring, endocrinology and clinical toxicology. The department carries out a range of esoteric testing such as identification of hemoglobin variants and HbA1c quantification. The experienced teams of professionals – medical scientists, clinicians, laboratory technicians, technical assistants and phlebotomists – are capable of providing the medical and scientific expertise needed to deliver hi-precision results.
