The department has a very well equipped molecular biology PCR laboratory wherein stringent quality control measures are practiced for all molecular tests. The tests include HBV, HCV, HIV (Qualitative PCR & Viral Load), HSV I, II, viral meningitis, BCE Panel, PUO Panel, HPV, TB, Leptospirosis, Rickettsia, HLA B27 by PCR Method.

We are authorised for H1N1 testing, influenza testing, by Gene Xpert.

The Microbiology section functions as per the WHO & CLSI guidelines, and antibiotic sensitivity reports are issued, as per the International CLSI guidelines. All routine bacterial cultures, TB cultures, fungal cultures are performed. The hospital lab has acquired the Rapid blood/fluid culture and TB culture systems for rapid culture on the Bactec FX, Phoenix 100, and Vitek 2 compact, Vitek MS with MYLA the first of its kind in Pune. Identification (with type of resistance) available in 2 hours for aerobic culture.

Film Array Biofire- for multiplex PCR tests for Upper respiratory tract infections, Lower respiratory infections, Identification of organisms in positive blood cultures, Gastrointestinal infections, Meningitis/Encephalitis. The reports are available within 2 hours.

The lab has a whole range of tests for detection of Tuberculosis, speciation for the type of Tubercle bacillus, DNA, RNA, and Gene Xpert. All these tests are done by genetic resistance testing, and results are available within 4-5 days! We are the ONLY hospital in Pune to have started this entire rapid range of tests.

Yeast Identification and sensitivity are also provided.

The Histopathology and Cytology dept of the laboratory is equipped with the latest state-of-the-art equipments for frozen sections, Grossing station, Tissue Processors.
Immunohistochemistry (Tumor Markers) are done for most of the tumors like breast tumors, ovarian tumors, lung cancer, brain tumors, etc are done. A total of almost 84 markers is tested.
Cytology by Ezeeprep to facilitate diagnosis of malignancies.
Fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC) procedure is done and reported.
Special and routine stains like H&E, PAS, MPO, Silver stain, Reticulin stain etc. are done.
Adequacy of biopsies is provided at the bed side during imaging procedures or in the operation theatres.
Immunofluorescence microscopy has also been established which aids in the diagnosis of various kidney and skin disorders. There is a teaching microscope with camera attachment wherein slides can be photographed, and video recorded for discussions across the globe.

The Serology section has a fully automated random access analyser (from Abbott) – Architect 1000iSR, and a chemiluminescence analyser we also have other instruments like PR 4100, Diasorin, Plexmat 4.

Elisa tests are performed for Dengue, Anti-cardiolipin antibody, Auto-immune tests like ANA, dsDNA by an automated analyser with short turn around times. We have Immunofluorescence expertise for diagnosing various autoimmune disorders, like NMO, HU, etc for neurological disorders.

Tests for Typhoid, Brucella, Fever Panel, Meningitis, Pneumonia, are all done here.

Vitros 7600 integrated dry chemistry analyser, a latest technology, The first of its kind in Maharshtra
Cobas 6000– Integrated chemistry analyser, Cobas e411
Alinity ci – The latest technology
All the above for the whole range of metabolic, hormonal assays, Thyroid function tests, Tumor markers, Cardiac tests, Kidney function tests., Liver function tests , Lipid profile, B12, Vitamin D, etc
Sebia Minicap Flex Piercing- This multi-parameter instrument offers a comprehensive menu for Protein Electrophoresis, Immunotyping, HbA1c, Hemoglobin Electrophoresis.
ABL 800- blood gas analyser allows you to measure a full panel of up to 18 STAT parameters on the same blood sample.

Uriplus 600- for clinical pathology
In clinical pathology, apart from Routine tests, Occult blood in stool, porphobilinogen, Myoglobinuria, Sudan stain for Fats for steatorrhoea, BJ protein, etc are performed.

The Haematology department has 2 five-part differential analysers: LH 750 & LH 780 from Beckman Coulter to perform routine tests with accuracy.
Alinity H – the first, of its kind in Maharashtra For Full Blood counts ( CBC)
ACL TOP 300, ACL TOP 750 – the first, of its kind in Maharashtra for coagulation profile.
D10 –for HBa1C and HB electrophoresis
Phadia Top for Allergy tests (Food, Respiratory, Excema, and Paediatric)
Immunophenotyping is done for Leukemia, Lymphoma, CD4 CD8 counts, stem cell counts by FACSLyric and FC 500
Bone marrow aspiration and biopsy procedure is offered to both in patient as well as out patients and can be done in the OPD. Tuberculin tests (TB skin test) is also done
The department also performs specialised Haematology procedures such as electrophoresis, Thalassemia studies, Hb F, Workup for Haemolytic Anemia, i.e. G6PD, Ham’s test, Sucrose lysis test, Bone Marrow studies etc.
There is an automated coagulation analyser for performing coagulation assays, Prothrombin Time, Activated Partial Thromboplastin time, Fibrinogen Assay, Thrombin Time, D-Dimer assay, Lupus anticoagulant assay, Thrombophilia Test for DVT and a TEG (thromboelastography) for post-cardiac surgery assessment of coagulopathies.

Immunohaematology department performs tests for Transplant – namely HLA Tissue typing and Lymphocyte cross-match. The crossmatch test is done for all Maharashtra outside of Mumbai and provided for cadaver as well as live transplants day and night – even Sunday or holiday.

Flowcytometry is done for Leukemias and lymphomas.