Main Microbiology Department Laboratories
| Laboratory / Unit |
Scope of Work & Diagnostic Services |
Bacteriology Laboratory
(Aerobic & Anaerobic) |
Gram stain, routine microscopy of fluid samples, and antibiotic susceptibility testing (AST). Anaerobic cultures are conducted, specifically for OT surveillance for Clostridium tetani. |
| Mycology Laboratory |
Screening of suspected fungal samples using specialized stains and further isolation through fungal culture on dedicated media. |
| Parasitology Laboratory |
Microscopic examination and identification of intestinal and systemic parasites from stool and clinical specimens. |
| Virology Laboratory |
Diagnostic testing for viral infections including Hepatitis B, Dengue, and Chikungunya via rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) and confirmatory ELISA methods. |
| Mycobacteriology Laboratory |
Detection and identification of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, the causative agent of Tuberculosis. |
Specialized Clinical & Operational Sections
| Section / Location |
Key Functions |
CCL Section
(CCL-117) |
- Serology and Emergency Laboratory Services
- Incharge Administrative Office
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ICTC Section
(OPD-130) |
- HIV Diagnosis and Pre/Post-Test Counseling
- CD4 Cell Counting and Monitoring
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| Dengue & Chikungunya Surveillance Center |
Dedicated vector-borne disease monitoring and epidemiological surveillance unit. |
Academic & Infrastructure Support Facilities
- PG Seminar Room: Designed for postgraduate academic seminars and discussions.
- Departmental Library: Houses specialized reference books and journals.
- Demonstration Room: Dedicated teaching facility for undergraduate medical students.
- Departmental Museum: Equipped with anatomical models, mounted specimens, wooden charts, banners, posters, and educational catalogues for UG & PG teaching.
- Media Preparation Room: Facilitates formulation and sterilization of culture media.
- Sterilization & Washing Room: Houses autoclaves and washing infrastructure for biosafety maintenance.
- Teaching Faculty Offices: Administrative offices for faculty and staff.
- Storage Room: Dedicated space for laboratory consumables and chemical reagents.
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