Clinical Laboratory Services at Canadian Specialist Hospital
Canadian Specialist Hospital Medical Laboratory is ISO 15189:2012 accredited, making it a standout facility in the entire GCC region. Equipped with the latest technologies, our laboratory performs advanced and complex tests and screenings across various departments.
Clinical Biochemistry Department
Our automated Clinical Biochemistry Department offers a wide range of biochemical tests and screenings. We specialize in diagnostic testing for various metabolic diseases using state-of-the-art instruments.
Key Services and Instruments:
Roche Cobas Analyzers (Cobas 6000/ Cobas c311)
Diabetic Profiles
Enzymes and Isoenzymes
Electrolytes and Minerals
Renal Function Tests
Lipid Profiles
Liver Function Tests
Cardiac Profile Tests
Infectious Diseases (CRP, RF, ASO)
Complement Proteins (C3 & C4)
Bio Rad - D 10 Hemoglobin Testing System
Diabetic Screening
Thalassemia Screening
Hemoglobin Electrophoresis
Immuno Chemistry Department
Our Immuno Chemistry Department employs advanced Roche Cobas Analyzers (Cobas 6000/ Cobas e601) to offer a comprehensive range of tests.
Key Services and Instruments:
Roche Cobas Analyzers (Cobas 6000/ Cobas e601)
Thyroid Profile
Hepatic Screening
Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Chemical Toxicology
Vitamins
Infertility Profile (Male and Female) / Pregnancy
Cancer and Tumor Markers
Infectious Disease Profile
Cardiac Biomarkers
Immunoglobulins (A, E, G, M)
Specific Proteins (Apolipoprotein A1 and B, Ceruloplasmin)
Autoimmune Diseases Diagnostic Tests (e.g., Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Sjogren’s Syndrome)
Core Clinical Chemistry Unit
Our Core Clinical Chemistry Unit focuses on:
Electrophoresis (including Hemoglobin Electrophoresis)
Endocrinology (Tumor Markers, Toxicology, Therapeutic Drug Monitoring)
Vitamins
Inborn Error of Metabolism Panels and Screening
Hematology & Hemostasis Department
The Hematology and Hemostasis Department offers a wide array of tests for diagnosing anemia and other hematological disorders, utilizing SYSMEX hematology analyzers and STAGO-Compact Max Coagulation Analyzer.
Key Services:
Complete Blood Counts
Differentials
ESR
Morphological Examination of Peripheral Blood
Blood Bank & Transfusion Service Unit
Our Blood Bank and Transfusion Service Unit provides comprehensive clotting factor assays, hemostasis, and thrombosis testing, including bleeding profiles, factor analysis, and thrombotic risk assessments.
Microbiology Department
The Microbiology Department is equipped to perform diagnostic testing in Bacteriology, Virology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, and Parasitology, alongside Molecular Biology. We use VITEK 2 Automated System for bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing and BACTEC Automated System for blood and TB culture.
Histopathology / Cytopathology Department
Histopathology Unit:
Specializes in diagnosing surgical biopsy specimens for various diseases, including inflammatory, benign, and malignant disorders.
Cytopathology Unit:
Focuses on diagnosing gynecological and non-gynecological diseases through cytological examination of fluid material and smears, Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC), ascitic and pleural fluid, urine, and sputum specimens. By offering a comprehensive range of diagnostic services with cutting-edge technology, Canadian Specialist Hospital Medical Laboratory stands as a premier choice for advanced medical testing in the GCC region.
