Departments

The clinical pathology laboratory at CENUM plays a vital role in supporting diagnostic and therapeutic decisions in nuclear medicine. This lab provides essential diagnostic services by performing routine pathology tests on biological specimens including blood and urine. The laboratory is equipped with advanced automated instrumentation and operates under strict quality controls protocols to ensure accurate and timely results. Common investigations include complete blood count, ESR, liver and renal function test and various biochemical parameters that are critical for evaluating health status of patients. Highly trained technologists manage the lab ensuring reliable services. The clinical pathology lab of CENUM stands out for its dedication to patient-centered care, affordability and patient diagnostics serving not only referred patients from the center but also walk-in patients from across the region.

• Trained and experienced staff ensures safe and painless sample collection • Maintains sterile techniques and proper labeling minimizing the pre analytical errors. • Ensures timely delivery of samples to the concerned sections to preserve integrity • Focus on patient comfort and infection control makes it a reliable first step in diagnostics.

• Equipped with fully automated analyzer for high precision tests • Timely reporting supports early diagnosis and monitoring of metabolic disorders • Internal and external quality controls are regularly applied for accuracy and consistency • Performs routine and advanced tests including:

1. SGPT
2. SGOT
3. ALP
4. Total Protein
5. Bilirubin Total
6. Albumin
7. Blood Urea
8. Creatinine
9. Cholesterol
10. Triglyceride
11. LDL
12. HDL
13. HbA1c
14. Blood Glucose
15. Serum Calcium
16. Serum Phosphorus
17. Uric Acid
18. CRP

• The ELISA section is equipped for high sensitivity antigen/antibody detection. • Offers high sensitivity and specificity which is critical in evaluating disease. • The section ensures strict quality controls, contributing to the reliability of diagnostics results. • Common tests includes:

1. HbsAg
2. Anti HCV

• This section plays a crucial role in the diagnosis and management of infections. • Routine urine analysis includes:

1. Physical characteristics
2. Chemical analysis
3. Microscopic examination

• Essential diagnostic unit that provides accurate and timely analyses of blood related parameters. • It plays a crucial role in evaluating the general health of patient and in monitoring conditions such as anemia and infections. • Operates by qualified medical technologist and supervised by experts. • Utilizes calibrated, high precision analyzers to ensure reliable and reproducible results. • Follow strict internal and external quality controls protocols. • Ensures quick turnaround time, especially for urgent testing.

The immunoassay laboratory at CENUM specializes in the analysis of hormones, fertility related biomarkers and tumor marker using advanced immunoassay techniques particularly Chemiluminescence Immunoassay (CLIA). This lab plays a critical role in diagnosing endocrine disorders, infertility issues and cancer related conditions. Key Areas of Testing:

Hormonal assay

1. Thyroid profile: FT4, FT3, TSH
2. Parathyroid hormone

Fertility hormone

1. Follicle stimulating hormone (FSH)
2. Luteinizing hormone (LH)
3. Prolactin
4. Testosterone

Tumor markers

1. Alpha Feto Protein (AFP)
2. Carcinoembryonic Antigen (CEA)
3. Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)
4. Beta HCG
5. CA-125

Ferritin

Strength • CLIA techniques ensure accurate detection of low concentration analytes. • Ensure reproducibility and reliability of results. • Affordable for patients while maintaining quality. • Fast turnaround time supports early diagnosis and treatment decision. • Skilled technologist and supervised by experts. • Internal and external quality assurance protocols are followed to maintain test accuracy. • Emphasis on clear reporting and counseling support for hormone and fertility related concerns.