Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre

Introduction

Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre is part of the diagnostic laboratory network of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres (SKMCH&RC). The collection centres provide convenient access to laboratory testing for patients and healthcare professionals, with samples processed through the Shaukat Khanum pathology network. The organisation operates a nationwide network of laboratory collection centres across Pakistan.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Services

Shaukat Khanum Laboratory provides a broad range of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Its pathology laboratory includes Clinical Pathology, Anatomic Pathology and Blood Bank services, supporting routine health investigations as well as specialized diagnostic requirements.

Hematology Services

Hematology testing covers investigations related to blood cells, blood disorders and general health assessment. Common investigations include complete blood counts, hemoglobin testing, platelet-related tests and other hematological examinations.

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical chemistry services help evaluate important biochemical functions of the body. These investigations can include blood glucose, kidney-related parameters, liver-related parameters, electrolytes, proteins, enzymes and other biochemical markers.

Specialized Pathology

The wider Shaukat Khanum pathology network provides specialized testing in areas including immunology, microbiology, molecular diagnostics and other laboratory disciplines. Individual collection centres primarily collect samples, while specialized testing may be performed at designated pathology laboratories within the network.

Anatomic Pathology

Anatomic pathology services include examination of tissue and cellular samples. These investigations can support the diagnosis and evaluation of various diseases and medical conditions.

Blood Bank Services

The Shaukat Khanum Pathology Laboratory includes a Blood Bank as part of its comprehensive pathology services. The laboratory and blood bank operate as part of the organisation's broader diagnostic infrastructure.

Home Sample Collection

Shaukat Khanum offers home sample collection services, allowing patients to arrange collection of laboratory samples from their homes. The official service can be booked through the Shaukat Khanum App or by calling 03 111 756 000.

Online Laboratory Reports

Patients can access their laboratory reports online through Shaukat Khanum's digital services. The Shaukat Khanum App also provides test-report access, previous test results, sample-status tracking and home collection booking.

Quality and Accreditation

Shaukat Khanum states that its Lahore Pathology Laboratory was awarded College of American Pathologists (CAP) accreditation in October 2024. The organisation also states that its Peshawar Pathology Laboratory subsequently achieved CAP accreditation.

Nationwide Laboratory Network

Shaukat Khanum has an extensive laboratory collection network across Pakistan. Samples collected at different locations can be processed through the organisation's pathology laboratories, providing patients in different cities with access to a wider diagnostic testing network.

Support for Patients and Healthcare Professionals

Laboratory investigations can assist doctors in diagnosing medical conditions, monitoring treatment, evaluating symptoms and conducting routine health assessments. Shaukat Khanum's pathology services are designed to support both cancer-related and non-cancer diagnostic requirements.

Why Choose Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre

• Part of a nationwide diagnostic laboratory network
• Routine and specialized pathology services
• Clinical and anatomic pathology
• Blood bank services within the wider pathology system
• Home sample collection
• Online laboratory reports
• Digital access to previous test results
• Professional pathology and laboratory infrastructure
• Access to specialized testing through the wider network

Our Commitment

Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre aims to provide convenient access to reliable laboratory testing while connecting patients with the broader pathology services of Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital and Research Centres. Its diagnostic network supports routine healthcare, specialized investigations and cancer-related as well as non-cancer pathology services.

Laboratory Diagnostic Services

Shaukat Khanum Laboratory provides a comprehensive pathology test menu through its collection-centre and pathology-laboratory network. More than 4 million tests and procedures are performed annually across its pathology services, according to Shaukat Khanum.

Hematology

Hematology investigations may include:

• Complete Blood Count (CBC)
• Hemoglobin
• Red Blood Cell parameters
• White Blood Cell parameters
• Platelet Count
• Peripheral Blood Film
• Other routine hematology investigations

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical chemistry testing may include:

• Blood Glucose
• Urea
• Creatinine
• Uric Acid
• Electrolytes
• Proteins
• Enzymes
• Other biochemical investigations

Liver Function Tests

Liver-related investigations may include:

• Bilirubin
• ALT
• AST
• Alkaline Phosphatase
• Total Protein
• Albumin
• Other liver-related parameters

Kidney Function Tests

Renal investigations may include:

• Creatinine
• Urea
• Uric Acid
• Electrolytes
• Renal Function Profiles
• Other kidney-related biochemical tests

Diabetes Testing

Diabetes-related investigations may include:

• Fasting Blood Glucose
• Random Blood Glucose
• HbA1c
• Glucose-related investigations
• Other diabetes monitoring tests

Lipid Profile

Lipid investigations may include:

• Total Cholesterol
• HDL Cholesterol
• LDL Cholesterol
• Triglycerides
• Other lipid-related parameters

Thyroid Testing

Thyroid investigations may include:

• TSH
• T3
• T4
• Free T3
• Free T4
• Other thyroid-related tests

Hormone Testing

Hormonal investigations may include:

• Reproductive hormones
• Fertility-related hormones
• Endocrine investigations
• Other specialized hormone assays

Vitamin and Nutritional Testing

Depending on the requested investigation, nutritional testing may include:

• Vitamin D
• Vitamin B12
• Folate
• Ferritin
• Iron studies
• Other nutritional markers

Microbiology

Microbiological investigations may include testing of clinical specimens for bacteria and other microorganisms, including culture and related laboratory investigations where clinically indicated.

Infection and Serology

Infection-related laboratory services may include:

• Antigen testing
• Antibody testing
• Serological investigations
• Infectious disease screening
• Other infection-related laboratory tests

Molecular and PCR Testing

The wider Shaukat Khanum pathology network provides molecular and PCR-based diagnostic testing. Samples requiring specialized molecular analysis may be processed at designated pathology laboratories rather than at every individual collection centre.

Histopathology

Histopathology services involve microscopic examination of tissue specimens. These investigations can support the diagnosis and classification of diseases and are an important part of anatomic pathology.

Cytology

Cytology involves examination of cells obtained from appropriate clinical samples. The wider pathology network provides anatomic pathology services that include cellular and tissue-based investigations.

Urine Testing

Urine investigations may include:

• Complete Urine Examination
• Urinalysis
• Urine Microscopy
• Urine Culture
• Other clinically indicated urine tests

Stool Testing

Stool investigations may include:

• Routine Stool Examination
• Stool Microscopy
• Occult Blood
• Parasitological investigations
• Other clinically indicated stool tests

Pregnancy and Fertility Testing

Laboratory investigations may include pregnancy-related and reproductive hormone testing where clinically indicated.

Immunology

Immunological investigations may include antibody, autoimmune and other immune-system-related laboratory tests available through the wider pathology network.

Blood Bank Services

The Shaukat Khanum pathology system includes Blood Bank services as part of its comprehensive pathology department. Blood-related services and specific requirements depend on the relevant facility and clinical need.

Health Screening

Laboratory testing can also be used for routine health screening and preventive medical assessments. Health profiles may combine multiple laboratory investigations according to the patient's age, medical history and healthcare requirements.

Sample Collection Services

Laboratory Collection Centres provide sample collection facilities for tests processed through the Shaukat Khanum pathology network. Samples can include blood, urine, stool and other specimens depending on the requested investigation.

Home Sample Collection

Home Sample Collection is available through Shaukat Khanum's laboratory service. Patients can book the service through the Shaukat Khanum App or call 03 111 756 000. The official website states that home collection is provided without a service charge.

Online Reports

Patients can access laboratory reports digitally through Shaukat Khanum's online reporting system and mobile application. The app also allows users to view previous test results and track sample status.

Important Information

The exact tests available for direct sample collection can vary by individual Shaukat Khanum Laboratory Collection Centre. Specialized investigations may be referred to designated pathology laboratories within the network. Patients should confirm the specific test, sample requirements, preparation instructions, price and expected report time before visiting the collection centre.