Hematology
Hematology is the branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders related to blood and its components, such as red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. Hematologists analyze blood samples to diagnose conditions like anemia, leukemia, and clotting disorders, and provide appropriate medical interventions.
| Test name | Specimen required | Container/vial | methodology | Reporting tat | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AEC | EDTA blood | Lavender top vial | Flow cytometry/ sysmex XN350 | Same day | 250 |
| APTT | Citrate blood | Blue top vial | Optomechanical | Same day | 500 |
| Blood group | EDTA blood | Lavender top | manual | Same day | 100 |
| Bone marrow aspiration | Bone marrow | Smears, lavender and green top vials | Microscopy, | 2days | 1500 |
| Bone marrow biopsy | Bone marrow biopsy | 10% Formalin container | Microscopy | 7days | 1000 |
| Coombs test direct/indirect | EDTA blood & serum | Lavender and red/gold top | Manual, microscpy | Same day | 500 |
| CBC routine | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Impedence, fluorescence, and SLS-Hb/Sysmex XN350 | Same day | 300 |
| CBC advanced | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Impedence, optical, flow, florescence, SLS-hb | Same day | 500 |
| ESR | Citrate blood | Black top | Westergrens method | Same day | 150 |
| G6PD | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Methylene blue reduction | Same day | 600 |
| Hb variant analysis | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Hplc , Biorad D10 | Same day | 1200 |
| PBF | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Microscopy | Same day | 250 |
| Prothrombin time | Citrate blood | Blue top | Optomechanical | Same day | 300 |
| Reticulocyte count | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Automated | Same day | 300 |
| Malaria parasite smear | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Microscopy | Same day | 150 |
| Immature platelet fraction | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Flowcytometry, optical | Same day | 500 |
| Platelet count | EDTA blood | Lavender top | Optical, impedence | Same day | 150 |
| Blood group by gel technology | Edta blood, serum | Lavender top, red top | Id card-liss method- column agglutination | Same day | 200 |
Hematology is a broad field with several subspecialties that focus on specific aspects of blood disorders. Some subspecialties include:
- Pediatric Hematology: Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of blood disorders in children.
- Hematopathology: Deals with the laboratory diagnosis of blood disorders through the examination of blood samples, bone marrow, and lymph nodes.
- Transfusion Medicine: Involves the management of blood transfusions and the prevention and treatment of transfusion-related complications.
- Hemostasis and Thrombosis: Concentrates on the study of blood clotting disorders and the prevention and treatment of excessive bleeding or clotting.
General Diagnostic Tests
Molecular Biology
Molecular Biology is a field of study that focuses on the structure, function, and interactions of biological molecules, particularly nucleic acids (DNA and RNA) and proteins. It encompasses various techniques and approaches to understand the molecular mechanisms underlying biological processes.
- Central Dogma
- DNA Sequencing
- Gene Expression Analysis
- Molecular Diagnostics
Cytopathology
Our SANAS accredited histology laboratory offers a diagnostic service to both the private and public sectors. Our large team of anatomical pathologists, technologists and technicians, with vast amounts of experience offers a diagnostic and consultative service on a number of tissue samples including biopsies and resection specimens.
- Immunocytochemistry
- Immunofluorescence
- Electron Microscopy
- Neuropathology
Histopathology
Histopathology is the branch of pathology that involves the microscopic examination of tissue samples to diagnose diseases and study the structural changes that occur in tissues affected by various conditions. It plays a crucial role in understanding the underlying causes, progression, and prognosis of diseases.
- Accurate Diagnosis
- Disease Staging and Grading
- Monitoring Treatment Response
- Tissue Preservation
Hematology
We will perform both standard and specialized naturopathic lab tests as part of the assessment process. Naturopathic doctors can order many of the same diagnostic tests as your family physician, such as blood work, stool, urine, and saliva testing. We can also perform an H Pylori Breath Test, Stool Ova and Parasite testing.
- Gastrointestinal Testing
- Laboratory Tests on Hormonal Levels
- Cardiovascular Lab Tests
- Toxins & Pollutant Testing
Microbiology
Genes are DNA instructions that we all inherit from our parents. Different “mistakes” in our genes, called mutations, can cause different diseases. Some of these diseases are rare, like cystic fibrosis or Huntington’s disease, others are common, like cancer. Genetic tests can be used to confirm the diagnosis or give you information about possible development of a disease.
- PCR
- DNA Sequencing
- Cytogenetics (Karyotyping and FISH)
- Microarrays
Biochemistry
Aside from tissue biopsy, cytology serves as an indispensable tool in screening and diagnosing cancer. In this technique, a cytological material is obtained from the patient, spread onto glass slides for microscopic examination, stained, screened for abnormalities and assessed prior to the issuance of a final report.
- Gynaecological Cytology
- Non-Gynaecological Cytology
- Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology
- BAL Differential Cell Count
Additional Laboratory Services
Results of test procedures processed on site are reported to the health care provider the same day during regular business hours. Testing and services available through our Laboratory include:
- Blood Bank / Transfusion
- Immunology and Flow Cytometry
- Reference Lab Testing referrals
- Chemistry
- Hematology
- Histology
- Serology
- Point-of-Care Testing
- Microbiology and Virology
- Molecular Pathology
- Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Coagulationy
- Pathology & Cytology
- Urinalysis
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