Care Laboratories

Care Laboratories Rawalpindi

Care Laboratories is a private medical laboratory providing pathology and diagnostic testing services in Rawalpindi. The laboratory is listed by the Punjab Healthcare Commission as Care Laboratories, with a registered address at 67/7, E-Block, Rajpoot Street, Satellite Town, Rawalpindi. Current business information also identifies Care Laboratories in the Haideri Chowk area of Satellite Town.

Care Laboratories focuses on laboratory-based diagnostic services that help physicians and patients obtain information required for disease screening, diagnosis and monitoring. The laboratory describes itself as a computerized pathology facility and states that it uses modern laboratory technology to support accurate testing and reporting.

The laboratory has been associated with diagnostic testing in Rawalpindi for many years. It has also appeared in government listings of private laboratories providing COVID-19 laboratory testing, demonstrating its role within the local diagnostic laboratory sector.

Care Laboratories can be used for routine laboratory investigations as well as selected specialized diagnostic tests. Patients may visit the laboratory for physician-recommended investigations, general health screening, monitoring of chronic conditions and laboratory evaluation of suspected diseases.

The laboratory's diagnostic services can cover different areas of pathology, including blood investigations, clinical chemistry, infection-related testing and other laboratory examinations. The exact tests available may vary according to the current laboratory menu and specimen requirements.

Care Laboratories is conveniently located in the Satellite Town area of Rawalpindi, making it accessible to patients from Haideri Chowk, Saidpur Road and nearby residential and commercial areas. Current business listings show regular daily operating hours, although patients should confirm the latest timings before visiting.

The laboratory aims to provide affordable diagnostic services while maintaining appropriate laboratory procedures and computerized reporting. Patients should confirm the current fee, sample preparation requirements, reporting time and availability of specialized investigations before submitting samples.

Because publicly available sources show two different location descriptions for Care Laboratories, patients should verify the exact branch address when making a visit or appointment.

Routine Laboratory Testing

Care Laboratories provides routine pathology investigations used for general health assessment and medical diagnosis. The available menu may include blood, urine and other specimen-based tests requested by physicians.

Hematology Tests

Hematology investigations are used to evaluate blood cells and related conditions. Routine testing may include Complete Blood Count (CBC), hemoglobin, red blood cell count, white blood cell count, platelet count, ESR and peripheral blood examination. Additional hematology tests may be available according to the current laboratory menu.

Blood Sugar and Diabetes Testing

Diabetes-related investigations may include fasting blood glucose, random blood glucose and HbA1c. These tests are commonly used for diabetes screening and for monitoring blood glucose control in patients already diagnosed with diabetes.

Clinical Chemistry

Clinical chemistry testing evaluates biochemical substances in blood and other specimens. Depending on the current services, investigations may include liver function tests, renal function tests, lipid profile, blood glucose, electrolytes, calcium, uric acid and other biochemical parameters.

Liver Function Tests

Liver-related investigations may include ALT, AST, alkaline phosphatase, bilirubin, albumin and total protein. These tests can assist physicians in assessing liver function and investigating abnormal liver-related results.

Kidney Function Tests

Renal investigations may include serum creatinine, urea, uric acid and electrolytes. These tests are commonly requested to evaluate kidney function and monitor patients with renal or metabolic conditions.

Lipid Profile

A lipid profile is used to assess blood cholesterol and triglyceride levels. It may include total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and is frequently requested as part of cardiovascular risk assessment.

Urine Examination

Urine testing may include routine urine examination and microscopic analysis. These investigations can help evaluate urinary tract problems, kidney-related abnormalities and certain infections.

Serology and Infection Testing

Serological investigations examine antibodies and antigens associated with infections and other conditions. Depending on the current laboratory menu, Care Laboratories may provide selected infectious disease screening and other serological investigations.

Microbiology

Microbiology testing is used to investigate microorganisms responsible for infections. Depending on specimen type and availability, services may include culture testing and antimicrobial susceptibility testing for selected samples.

Hormone Testing

Hormonal investigations may include selected thyroid, reproductive and other endocrine tests. Tests such as TSH and other hormone assays can help physicians investigate suspected hormonal abnormalities.

Specialized Diagnostic Testing

Care Laboratories may provide or facilitate specialized laboratory investigations according to physician requirements. Some specialized tests may require specific sample collection procedures or processing through an appropriate laboratory facility.

Health Screening

Routine health screening can combine commonly requested investigations to provide an overview of important health parameters. Depending on the selected tests, screening may include blood count, blood glucose, liver function, kidney function and lipid testing.

Sample Collection

The laboratory provides sample collection for eligible diagnostic investigations. Proper collection and handling of specimens are important for obtaining reliable laboratory results. Patients should follow any fasting or other preparation instructions provided for their specific test.

Laboratory Reporting

Care Laboratories provides computerized pathology and diagnostic reporting. Laboratory reports contain the results of requested investigations and can be used by physicians to support diagnosis, treatment planning and follow-up.

COVID-19 and Molecular Testing

Care Laboratories has previously been included in official government listings of private laboratories approved for COVID-19 PCR testing in Rawalpindi. Current availability of COVID-19 or other molecular tests should be confirmed directly with the laboratory before booking.

Test Availability and Preparation

The exact test menu, charges, sample requirements and reporting times can change. Patients should contact Care Laboratories before visiting for specialized investigations and confirm whether fasting, a particular specimen or advance booking is required.