Kulsum International Hospital Islamabad Laboratory Collection Center KTH Hospital

About Kulsum International Hospital Islamabad Laboratory Collection Center – KTH Hospital

Kulsum International Hospital Islamabad Laboratory Collection Center at KTH Hospital is a laboratory sample collection facility associated with Kulsum International Hospital. The collection center provides patients with access to laboratory testing services by facilitating the collection and submission of clinical samples for diagnostic investigations.

Laboratory testing is an important part of modern healthcare because it provides doctors and healthcare professionals with valuable information about a patient's health. Blood, urine, stool, and other clinical specimens can be collected for different investigations depending on the patient's medical needs and the doctor's recommendations.

A laboratory collection center provides a convenient point where patients can submit samples without necessarily having to visit the main laboratory facility for every investigation. Samples collected at the center can be processed through the relevant laboratory network, after which laboratory reports can be provided according to the applicable reporting process.

The services available through a laboratory collection center can cover a wide range of routine and specialized investigations. These may include hematology, clinical chemistry, diabetes testing, liver and kidney function tests, lipid profile, thyroid testing, serology, microbiology, hormone investigations, urine testing, stool examination, and other diagnostic laboratory services.

Routine blood investigations are among the most frequently requested laboratory services. Tests such as Complete Blood Count, hemoglobin, platelet count, blood glucose, and other blood parameters can provide useful information about general health and may assist doctors in evaluating different medical conditions.

Clinical chemistry investigations can help assess metabolic health and the functioning of different organs. Blood tests related to glucose, cholesterol, kidney function, liver function, electrolytes, and other biochemical parameters may be recommended as part of routine screening or medical evaluation.

The collection center may also facilitate specialized investigations according to the laboratory's available test menu. Patients may be referred for specific tests by doctors, hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare professionals.

Patients should follow all preparation instructions provided for their particular laboratory test. Some investigations require fasting, while others may have specific requirements concerning sample collection or timing. Following the correct preparation procedure can help ensure that the collected specimen is suitable for the requested investigation.

Proper sample collection and handling are essential components of laboratory diagnostics. Samples should be collected, labelled, stored, and transported according to appropriate procedures so that the laboratory can perform the requested analysis.

Laboratory reports provide information about the measured parameters and their reference ranges. However, test results should always be interpreted in relation to a patient's symptoms, medical history, physical examination, and other clinical information. A laboratory result by itself does not necessarily establish a complete diagnosis.

The laboratory collection center can be useful for patients who require routine health screening, diagnostic investigations, follow-up testing, or monitoring of an existing medical condition. Doctors may recommend repeated laboratory tests to monitor treatment response or changes in a patient's health over time.

For example, patients managing diabetes may require regular blood glucose and HbA1c testing, while patients with kidney, liver, thyroid, or cardiovascular concerns may require periodic laboratory investigations according to their doctor's advice.

Kulsum International Hospital is a healthcare facility located in Islamabad, with its main hospital situated at 2020 Jinnah Avenue, Block E G-6/2, Blue Area, Islamabad. Kulsum International Hospital The separate KTH Hospital collection-center listing is associated with Peshawar in available laboratory-directory data.

Patients should confirm the exact location, current opening hours, available tests, sample requirements, charges, and report collection or delivery procedure before visiting the collection center.

Overall, the Kulsum International Hospital Islamabad Laboratory Collection Center at KTH Hospital can provide a convenient access point for patients requiring laboratory investigations. By facilitating sample collection and diagnostic testing, the center can support doctors and patients in the evaluation, monitoring, and management of different health conditions.

Tests & Services

Kulsum International Hospital Islamabad Laboratory Collection Center – KTH Hospital can facilitate laboratory sample collection for a variety of diagnostic investigations. The exact availability of individual tests should be confirmed with the collection center before visiting.

Hematology Tests

Hematology investigations evaluate blood cells and related blood parameters.

Common tests may include:

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Hemoglobin
• Red Blood Cell Count
• White Blood Cell Count
• Platelet Count
• Hematocrit
• MCV
• MCH
• MCHC
• ESR
• Peripheral Blood Film
• Blood Group & Rh Factor

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical chemistry tests measure different substances in blood and other body fluids.

Services may include:

• Blood Glucose
• Fasting Blood Sugar
• Random Blood Sugar
• HbA1c
• Blood Urea
• Serum Creatinine
• Uric Acid
• Calcium
• Sodium
• Potassium
• Total Protein
• Albumin

Liver Function Tests

Liver-related investigations may include:

• ALT / SGPT
• AST / SGOT
• Alkaline Phosphatase
• Total Bilirubin
• Direct Bilirubin
• Total Protein
• Albumin

Kidney Function Tests

Kidney-related testing may include:

• Serum Creatinine
• Blood Urea
• Uric Acid
• Electrolytes
• Sodium
• Potassium
• Urine Examination

Diabetes Testing

Diabetes-related investigations may include:

• Fasting Blood Sugar
• Random Blood Sugar
• HbA1c
• Glucose Tolerance Test
• Insulin Testing

Lipid Profile

Lipid investigations may include:

• Total Cholesterol
• HDL Cholesterol
• LDL Cholesterol
• Triglycerides
• Complete Lipid Profile

Thyroid & Hormone Tests

Hormonal investigations may include:

• TSH
• Free T3
• Free T4
• FSH
• LH
• Prolactin
• Testosterone
• Estradiol
• Progesterone
• Beta-hCG
• Other hormone-related investigations

Clinical Pathology

Clinical pathology services may include:

• Complete Urine Examination
• Urine Routine Examination
• Urine Pregnancy Test
• Stool Routine Examination
• Stool for Occult Blood
• Stool Parasite Examination
• Semen Analysis

Microbiology

Depending on the available laboratory network and test menu, microbiology investigations may include:

• Urine Culture
• Blood Culture
• Stool Culture
• Pus Culture
• Wound Culture
• Sputum Examination
• Throat Swab
• Culture & Sensitivity

Serology & Immunology

Possible investigations may include:

• Hepatitis B Screening
• Hepatitis C Screening
• HIV Screening
• Dengue Testing
• Malaria Testing
• Typhoid Testing
• C-Reactive Protein (CRP)
• Rheumatoid Factor
• Other serological investigations

General Health Screening

Routine health screening may include a combination of:

• CBC
• Blood Glucose
• HbA1c
• Lipid Profile
• Liver Function Tests
• Kidney Function Tests
• Thyroid Tests
• Urine Examination
• Other doctor-recommended investigations

Sample Collection

The center's primary function is laboratory sample collection. Depending on the requested investigation, patients may be required to provide blood, urine, stool, or other clinical specimens.

Patients should follow the preparation instructions provided for each test. Certain investigations may require fasting or specific collection timings.

Laboratory Reporting

After sample collection, specimens are processed through the relevant laboratory service. Reports are provided according to the applicable laboratory reporting procedure. Patients should confirm report turnaround time and collection or delivery options when submitting their samples.

Important Note

The exact test menu, prices, sample collection timings, report turnaround time, and availability of specialized investigations may change. Patients should confirm the required test and current services directly with the Kulsum International Hospital Laboratory Collection Center – KTH Hospital before visiting.