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Pathology Laboratory (NABL Standards)

Accurate, timely lab reports form the backbone of every diagnosis. Our in-house laboratory runs 24×7 with automated analysers, strict quality controls and qualified pathologists — serving both admitted patients and walk-in OPD testing at charitable rates.

24×7 Lab for Emergencies & IPD

Automated Analysers & QC

Same-Day Reports for Routine Tests

Home Sample Collection Available

ABOUT THE LAB

Accuracy You Can Rely On

Our central laboratory processes thousands of samples every day across biochemistry, haematology, microbiology, serology and clinical pathology — with fully automated analysers that minimise human error.

Every batch runs with internal quality controls, and our processes follow NABL quality standards. Reports are validated by qualified pathologists before release — because a wrong report can mean a wrong treatment.

For admitted patients, samples are collected at the bedside and critical results are phoned directly to the treating doctor. OPD patients can collect reports the same day for routine tests, or access them digitally.

Lab at a Glance

OUR DEPARTMENTS

Tests We Perform

Biochemistry

Blood sugar, HbA1c, kidney & liver function, lipid profile, electrolytes, cardiac markers, hormones and thyroid tests.

Haematology

CBC, ESR, peripheral smear, coagulation profile (PT/INR, APTT), blood grouping and anaemia workup.

Microbiology

Cultures & sensitivity (blood, urine, pus, sputum), gram staining, AFB testing and infection diagnostics.

Serology & Immunology

HIV, hepatitis B & C, dengue, typhoid, malaria, widal, CRP, RA factor and other immunological tests.

Clinical Pathology

Urine routine & microscopy, stool examination, semen analysis and body fluid analysis.

Histopathology & Cytology

Biopsy processing and reporting, FNAC, Pap smears — essential for cancer diagnosis.

HOW IT WORKS

Getting Tested is Easy

1

Bring Prescription

Walk in with your doctor's test prescription — no appointment needed for most tests.

2

Register & Pay

Register at the lab counter; scheme patients show their card for cashless processing.

3

Sample Collection

Trained phlebotomists collect samples with single-use, sterile equipment.

4

Collect Report

Routine reports same day; specialised tests as informed. Critical values are phoned to your doctor.

PATIENT CONVENIENCE

Fasting & Sample Guidelines

Book Home Sample Collection

Elderly or bedridden patient at home? Our phlebotomist visits your home, collects the sample, and reports are shared digitally.

Home collection · Nominal visit charge

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Laboratory FAQs

No appointment is needed for routine tests — just walk in with your doctor\u2019s prescription during lab hours. The lab also runs 24×7 for emergency and inpatient testing. Only a few specialised tests need prior scheduling, which the counter will tell you.

Routine tests (CBC, sugar, LFT, KFT, urine) are reported the same day — often within a few hours. Cultures take 48–72 hours by nature of the test. Histopathology/biopsy reports typically take 3–5 working days. Your receipt mentions the expected report time.

Food directly changes blood sugar and lipid (cholesterol) values. Fasting 8–12 hours ensures your results reflect your true baseline. Plain water is allowed. If you accidentally ate, tell the staff — they will advise whether to proceed or reschedule.

Yes — as a charitable hospital our rates are significantly below private labs, and quality is not compromised: automated analysers, batch quality controls and pathologist validation on every report. patients get cashless testing as per entitlement.

Absolutely. We accept prescriptions from any registered doctor — you do not need to be our hospital’s patient. Reports can be collected physically or shared digitally.

Right Report. Right Time. Right Price.

Walk in with your prescription, or call us for home sample collection and test pricing.

Lab open 24×7 for emergencies

SHB-MDH Hospital

Cancer & Multispeciality Charitable Hospital

Serving patients with compassion and clinical excellence since 1985. Affordable, quality healthcare for all — because good health is everyone’s right.

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