Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC)

Diagnostic Laboratory Facility

Islamabad Diagnostic Centre (IDC) is a diagnostic healthcare network providing laboratory and imaging services in Pakistan. Established in 2003, IDC offers a broad range of diagnostic facilities supported by laboratory professionals, pathologists, radiologists and other healthcare specialists. Its services cover routine laboratory testing as well as specialized diagnostic investigations.

Laboratory Network and Accessibility

The organization operates multiple diagnostic centres across Islamabad and other cities of Pakistan. Its official Islamabad locations include branches in areas such as F-8, G-8, F-10, G-9, G-10, G-11, G-13, G-14, G-15, Blue Area, I-8, I-9, I-10, E-11, D-12, PWD, DHA and several other locations. This network allows patients to access laboratory and diagnostic services at different locations.

Clinical Pathology Services

Clinical pathology services include routine examination of blood, urine and other clinical specimens. These investigations can support physicians in evaluating different health conditions and monitoring laboratory parameters according to the patient's clinical requirements.

Hematology and Cytogenetics

The laboratory provides hematology services covering investigations related to blood cells, blood counts and other hematological parameters. Cytogenetics is also included among the specialized laboratory disciplines available through the diagnostic network.

Clinical Chemistry and Special Chemistry

Clinical chemistry services cover biochemical investigations performed on blood and other specimens. Testing may include glucose, liver-related parameters, kidney-related parameters, lipid measurements, electrolytes and other routine or specialized chemistry investigations, depending on the test requested.

Microbiology Services

Microbiology services are available for laboratory investigation of specimens where bacterial, fungal or other microbial infections may need to be evaluated. Depending on the test, services can include microscopy, culture and related laboratory investigations.

Histopathology Services

Histopathology is available for examination of tissue specimens. These investigations are performed by specialized laboratory professionals and may be used by physicians as part of the evaluation of abnormal tissue findings or suspected disease processes.

Molecular Biology and PCR

The laboratory network also provides molecular diagnostic services, including PCR-based investigations. IDC lists molecular biology among its laboratory disciplines and offers specialized molecular testing for selected infectious and other conditions.

Immunology and Serology

Immunology and serology services include laboratory investigations based on antibodies, antigens and other immune-related markers. These tests can be requested for infectious disease screening, immune-related investigations and other clinical purposes.

Parasitology

Clinical pathology and parasitology are also part of the laboratory service range. Parasitology investigations may involve examination of appropriate specimens for parasites or related findings according to the physician's request.

Home Sample Collection

Home sample collection is available through the IDC network, allowing patients to request laboratory sample collection at their doorstep. The official website provides a dedicated home sample collection facility and helpline for arranging services.

Online Reports

Patients can access laboratory results through the online reporting system. IDC also provides its My IDC application for selected patient services, including access to diagnostic information and reports.

Quality and Diagnostic Standards

IDC states that its diagnostic services follow structured quality-control procedures and that its company profile lists quality-related affiliations and accreditations, including PNAC, EQAS UK, CAP USA, PNRA and RIQAS UK. Specific accreditation status can vary by facility or service, so patients should confirm the applicable accreditation for a particular test or branch.

Imaging and Additional Diagnostic Services

In addition to laboratory testing, the network provides diagnostic imaging and other investigations. Services listed by IDC include MRI, CT scan, digital X-ray, ultrasound

Blood Tests

A wide range of blood investigations is available, covering routine screening, disease monitoring and specialized diagnostic requirements. The exact test menu may vary by branch and laboratory section.

Complete Blood Count

Complete Blood Count (CBC) is a commonly requested hematology investigation used to evaluate major blood-cell parameters, including hemoglobin, red blood cells, white blood cells and platelets.

Blood Sugar Testing

Blood glucose investigations can include routine blood sugar measurements and other diabetes-related laboratory tests according to the physician's recommendation.

Liver Function Tests

Liver-related biochemical investigations can be performed to assess different laboratory parameters associated with liver function. Individual tests may include enzymes, bilirubin and other related measurements.

Kidney Function Tests

Kidney-related laboratory investigations may include creatinine, urea and other biochemical parameters used to evaluate renal function.

Lipid Profile

Lipid testing can include measurements such as total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, depending on the requested profile.

Thyroid and Hormone Testing

Hormonal investigations may include thyroid-related tests and other endocrine laboratory investigations. The exact panel depends on the patient's clinical requirement and physician's request.

Vitamin Testing

Vitamin-related laboratory testing may be available for selected vitamins and nutritional markers. Test availability should be confirmed before sample collection.

Immunology and Serology

Immunology and serology investigations can include antibody and antigen-based testing for selected infectious diseases, immune-related conditions and other clinical purposes.

Microbiology and Culture

Microbiology services can include examination and culture of suitable clinical specimens. Depending on the investigation, samples may include urine, blood, sputum, swabs or other specimens.

Histopathology

Histopathology services are available for laboratory examination of tissue specimens. These investigations can provide microscopic information that physicians may use alongside clinical and imaging findings.

Molecular and PCR Testing

Molecular biology and PCR testing form part of the specialized laboratory services. IDC's published information includes molecular diagnostic testing and PCR among its available laboratory disciplines.

Hematology and Cytogenetics

Hematology investigations cover blood-related laboratory testing, while cytogenetics provides specialized testing related to chromosomes and genetic material. Availability of individual investigations can differ between locations.

Clinical Pathology and Parasitology

Clinical pathology includes routine laboratory examination of different biological specimens. Parasitology testing can be performed for appropriate specimens when investigation for parasitic organisms is clinically indicated.

Special Chemistry

Special chemistry provides additional biochemical investigations beyond routine chemistry testing. The exact tests offered depend on the laboratory's current test menu and sample requirements.

Urine and Other Specimen Testing

Laboratory services can include testing of urine and other clinical specimens. Sample type, collection method and preparation requirements depend on the specific investigation.

Home Sample Collection

Patients can request home sample collection through the available service, making it possible to provide laboratory specimens without visiting a diagnostic centre. Booking should be confirmed in advance, particularly for tests requiring special preparation.

Online Reports

Diagnostic reports can be accessed through the online reporting system, while IDC also provides digital services through its My IDC application.

Report Processing

Report turnaround time depends on the type of investigation. Routine tests may have different processing times from specialized, molecular, histopathology or reference laboratory investigations.

Important Note

Not every test or service is necessarily available at every branch. Patients should confirm the required test, preparation instructions, sample requirements, charges and expected report time with the relevant centre before visiting.