Laboratories
The Clinical Laboratory
The clinical laboratory in SRCMRC is where clinical pathology tests are carried out on clinical specimens to obtain information about a patient's health and support diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Clinical medical laboratories are an example of applied science, as opposed to research laboratories that focus on basic science. The laboratories are well equipped, with equipment selected not only to provide quality results, but also to deliver those results as swiftly and efficiently as possible.
Staff and Operational Volume
4 full-time faculty members
90 medical technologists
More than 340,000 tests performed monthly
Specialized Laboratory Sections
The clinical laboratory is divided into the following key sections:
Anatomic Pathology
Includes histopathology and cytopathology.
Clinical Microbiology
Includes bacteriology, parasitology, and mycology.
Clinical Chemistry
Includes automated analysis of blood specimens, including tests related to enzymology, toxicology, and endocrinology.
Hematology
Includes automated and manual analysis of blood cells and often includes coagulation.
Blood Bank
Involves testing blood specimens in order to provide blood transfusion and related services.
Molecular Diagnostics
Includes DNA testing along with other clinical testing.