Department Overview

Molecular Biology

The molecular biology section handles nucleic-acid based diagnostics — real-time PCR for infectious disease targets and genetic markers — run under strict contamination-control protocols in a dedicated amplification zone.

QIAGEN real-time PCR platform
  • Sample required

    Venous blood / swab depending on the target test

  • Typical turnaround

    24–48 hrs

Molecular Biology testing area at National Lab
Tests Available

What we test for.

  • RT-PCR (infectious disease panels)
  • HBV / HCV Viral Load
  • Tuberculosis PCR (Gene Xpert / CBNAAT referral)
  • HPV DNA Testing
  • Drug Resistance Markers
  • Genetic Carrier Screening (referral)
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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Complete blood count, peripheral smear, ESR and clotting studies on a fully automated 5-part cell counter.

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

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

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

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

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