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About Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre, Charsadda
About Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre, Charsadda
Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre, Charsadda is a laboratory sample collection facility associated with Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centre. The centre provides patients with access to laboratory sample collection services and diagnostic testing support.
Laboratory Sample Collection
The collection centre receives clinical specimens from patients for laboratory investigations. Depending on the required test, samples may include blood, urine, stool, and other appropriate specimens.
Diagnostic Testing Support
Laboratory investigations can provide important information for health assessment, disease screening, diagnosis, and treatment monitoring. Samples collected at the centre may be processed according to the applicable laboratory procedures.
Routine Laboratory Investigations
Patients may be able to access a variety of laboratory investigations through the collection centre, depending on the available test menu and referral requirements. Tests may include hematology, biochemistry, immunology, microbiology, and other diagnostic investigations.
Cancer-Related Diagnostic Support
Shaukat Khanum's laboratory services support investigations relevant to cancer diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring, along with a wide range of general medical laboratory testing.
Sample Handling
Proper patient identification, specimen collection, labeling, storage, and transportation are important parts of laboratory sample processing. These procedures help maintain specimen quality for accurate testing.
Patient Services
Patients can visit the collection centre for requested laboratory investigations and may receive guidance regarding test preparation, sample requirements, and other collection procedures.
Diagnostic Reports
Laboratory results are provided according to the applicable reporting process. Reports can assist qualified healthcare professionals in evaluating a patient's condition and planning appropriate medical care.
Important Information
Specific tests, sample requirements, fees, reporting times, collection timings, and preparation instructions may vary. Patients should confirm the latest information and required test details with Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre before visiting.
Tests & Services Offered
Blood Tests
A wide range of blood-based laboratory investigations may be available, including routine hematology, biochemical, immunological, and other diagnostic tests.
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
CBC testing may evaluate hemoglobin, red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and other blood parameters used in routine medical assessment.
Biochemistry Tests
Biochemistry investigations may include blood glucose, liver function, kidney function, cholesterol, proteins, enzymes, electrolytes, and other biochemical parameters.
Liver Function Tests
Liver-related investigations may include bilirubin, ALT, AST, alkaline phosphatase, albumin, total protein, and other parameters used to assess liver function.
Kidney Function Tests
Kidney-related testing may include creatinine, urea, uric acid, electrolytes, and other renal function investigations.
Lipid Profile
Lipid testing may include total cholesterol, triglycerides, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and other lipid measurements used for cardiovascular risk assessment.
Blood Glucose Testing
Fasting blood glucose, random blood glucose, and other glucose-related investigations may be available for diabetes screening and monitoring.
Thyroid Function Tests
Thyroid investigations such as TSH, T3, and T4 may be available according to the required test and current laboratory facilities.
Immunology and Serology
Selected immunological and serological investigations may be available for diagnostic evaluation, screening, and monitoring of different health conditions.
Hepatitis Testing
Hepatitis-related screening and diagnostic investigations may be available according to the laboratory's current testing menu.
Microbiology Tests
Selected microbiological investigations may be available for the identification and evaluation of certain infections, depending on the required specimen and test.
Urine Testing
Routine urine examination and other urine investigations may be available for the assessment of urinary and general health conditions.
Stool Testing
Stool examination and other related investigations may be available for gastrointestinal and parasitic evaluation when clinically indicated.
Cancer-Related Laboratory Testing
Specialized laboratory investigations may support cancer diagnosis, treatment monitoring, and follow-up according to the recommendations of healthcare professionals.
Sample Collection Services
The centre provides sample collection for laboratory investigations according to the requirements of individual tests and specimen types.
Test Preparation Guidance
Patients may receive instructions regarding fasting, medication, timing, sample collection, or other preparation requirements depending on the requested investigation.
Laboratory Reporting
Completed test results are reported through the applicable laboratory reporting system. Reports may be reviewed by healthcare professionals as part of the patient's overall medical assessment.
Follow-Up Testing
Repeat laboratory investigations may be performed when recommended for treatment monitoring, follow-up care, or evaluation of changes in a patient's health condition.
