City Medical laboratory (KTH Collection Point)

City Medical Laboratory (KTH Collection Point) is a laboratory collection facility located at Mateen Medical Center on Park Road, opposite the Emergency Gate of Khyber Teaching Hospital (KTH) in University Town, Peshawar. The collection point provides convenient access to laboratory sample collection services for patients visiting KTH, nearby clinics, doctors and residents of University Town and surrounding areas.

Laboratory investigations are an important part of modern healthcare. Doctors commonly recommend blood, urine and other laboratory tests to support the diagnosis of medical conditions, screen for health problems, monitor existing diseases and evaluate a patient's response to treatment. A reliable collection point makes these investigations more accessible by providing patients with a convenient location for sample submission and collection.

The KTH Collection Point is particularly convenient because of its location opposite the Khyber Teaching Hospital Emergency Gate. Patients who have been advised to undergo laboratory investigations by doctors or healthcare professionals can use a nearby collection facility rather than travelling to a distant laboratory location.

As a collection point, its primary role is the proper registration and collection of patient specimens. Depending on the test and laboratory network, collected samples may be transported to a central or main laboratory for processing and analysis. Patients should therefore confirm whether a particular test is processed at this location or referred to another City Medical Laboratory facility.

Laboratory investigations can cover a wide range of diagnostic areas. Common categories include hematology, clinical chemistry, microbiology, serology, immunology, urinalysis and other pathology-related investigations. The exact test menu and processing arrangements can vary between collection points and should be confirmed before a patient visits for a specific investigation.

Blood sample collection is one of the most common services associated with diagnostic laboratories. Blood specimens may be used for routine hematology, blood glucose, liver and kidney function, lipid testing, hormonal investigations and many other diagnostic examinations. Urine and other specimens may also be collected when required for specific laboratory investigations.

Proper specimen collection and handling are essential for reliable laboratory results. Patients may receive specific preparation instructions before testing. Certain investigations may require fasting, a particular collection time or other preparation. Following the instructions provided by the laboratory or healthcare professional can help ensure that the sample is suitable for testing.

Laboratory reports should always be interpreted in the context of the patient's symptoms, medical history and clinical examination. A laboratory result is an important diagnostic aid, but it does not by itself provide a complete medical diagnosis. Doctors and qualified healthcare professionals can help patients understand the significance of their results.

The City Medical Laboratory network has multiple collection points in Peshawar, including locations in areas such as Dabgari Gardens, Hayatabad, Tehkal and other parts of the city. The KTH Collection Point provides an additional convenient location for patients in the University Town and Khyber Teaching Hospital area.

For specialized investigations, patients are advised to contact the collection point before visiting to confirm availability, sample requirements, charges and expected reporting time. This is especially useful for tests requiring special preparation or samples that need to be transported to another laboratory.

Overall, City Medical Laboratory (KTH Collection Point) serves as a convenient laboratory sample collection facility in University Town, Peshawar. Its location opposite the Khyber Teaching Hospital Emergency Gate makes it accessible to patients, hospital visitors and residents who require laboratory diagnostic services.

Sample Collection Services

• Blood sample collection
• Urine sample collection
• Stool and other specimen collection, where required
• Doctor-prescribed laboratory sample collection
• Proper sample labeling and handling
• Referral of specimens to the relevant laboratory facility

Hematology

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Hemoglobin (Hb)
• ESR
• Platelet Count
• Blood Grouping and Rh Typing
• Peripheral Blood Film
• Other routine hematology investigations, where available

Clinical Chemistry / Biochemistry

• Blood Glucose
• Liver Function Tests (LFT)
• Renal Function Tests (RFT)
• Lipid Profile
• Serum Uric Acid
• Serum Calcium
• Electrolytes
• Other biochemical investigations, where available

Urine & Stool Investigations

• Complete Urine Examination
• Urine Routine Examination
• Urine Microscopy
• Stool Routine Examination
• Stool Microscopy
• Other routine specimen investigations

Microbiology

• Bacterial culture
• Culture and sensitivity
• Urine culture
• Other microbiological investigations, where available

Serology & Immunology

• Antigen and antibody-based investigations
• Infectious disease screening
• Serological investigations
• Other immunological tests, where available

Hormonal & Specialized Testing

• Thyroid Function Tests
• Selected hormone investigations
• Other specialized laboratory tests, where available

Report & Diagnostic Support

• Laboratory report collection
• Digital/printed report services, where available
• Sample referral for specialized investigations
• Doctor-requested laboratory testing

Important: The exact test availability, price, sample requirements and reporting time should be confirmed with City Medical Laboratory before listing an individual test as an onsite service.