Clinical Laboratory
Computerised, 24-hour diagnostic testing — from routine blood work to specialised investigations — with home sample collection available.
Clinical Laboratory at Mangala Hospital
Nearly every diagnosis and treatment decision at Mangala Hospital passes through our Clinical Laboratory at some point — a blood count before surgery, a kidney or liver panel for a Nephrology patient, or a culture ordered from Casualty at two in the morning. Our lab is fully computerised and operates 24 hours a day, so results move quickly from sample to report, whatever time a patient walks in.
The lab is built around automated auto analysers for routine chemistry and haematology, fluorescent microscopy for detailed cell and organism identification, an ELISA reader for immunoassay-based testing, and an electrolyte analyser for rapid sodium, potassium and related measurements — the kind of test that matters most when a critically ill patient in the ICU or CCU needs an answer within minutes, not hours. For patients who cannot travel easily, the department also offers a home sample collection service, so routine blood work doesn't require a hospital visit at all.
Because the lab runs around the clock, it directly supports every other department at Mangala Hospital — pre-operative work-up for surgery, ongoing monitoring for dialysis and ICU patients, and everyday outpatient tests ordered by our General Medicine and speciality consultants alike.
What We Test
Home Sample Collection
Can't visit the hospital? Our team can collect routine blood samples from your home and deliver results through the same 24-hour lab.
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Open 24 Hours a Day
Routine and emergency testing runs round the clock, matching the pace of Casualty, ICU and CCU care.
Fully Computerised Lab
Digital tracking from sample to report keeps results accurate, traceable and quick to retrieve.
Automated Analysers
Auto analysers, fluorescent microscopy and an ELISA reader reduce manual error and speed up turnaround.
Home Sample Collection
Routine blood work can be collected from home for patients who find it difficult to travel to the hospital.
Rapid Electrolyte Testing
A dedicated electrolyte analyser gives fast turnaround for the critically ill patients who need it most.
Supports Every Department
From pre-op work-up to dialysis monitoring, the lab is woven into the care pathway of every speciality.
Inside Our Laboratory
Auto Analysers for Routine & Specialised Panels
Automated auto analysers process routine chemistry and haematology tests — blood counts, kidney and liver panels, blood sugar and lipid profiles — with consistent accuracy at volume. This is the backbone of day-to-day testing, supporting everything from a pre-operative work-up in General Surgery to ongoing monitoring for our Nephrology and Dialysis patients.
Fluorescent Microscopy
Fluorescent microscopy allows our technicians to identify cells, organisms and abnormal structures with greater clarity than standard light microscopy, supporting more precise microbiology and cell-pathology reporting for infections and other conditions that need a closer look.
Immunoassay & Rapid Electrolyte Testing
An ELISA reader supports immunoassay-based testing for a range of infections and markers, while a dedicated electrolyte analyser gives rapid sodium, potassium and related readings — critical for patients in the ICU, CCU and Dialysis Unit, where electrolyte swings need to be caught and corrected quickly.
Lab Testing Without Leaving Home
For patients who find it difficult to travel — elderly patients, those recovering from surgery, or anyone managing a chronic condition — our team can collect blood samples directly from home. Samples are processed through the same 24-hour lab, and results are shared with your treating doctor as usual.
Your Testing Journey, Step by Step
Test Ordered
Your doctor requests the specific tests needed, or you can walk in for select routine investigations.
Sample Collection
Samples are collected at our lab counter, on the ward, or at home through our collection service.
Processing & Analysis
Automated analysers, microscopy and immunoassay testing generate accurate, quality-checked results.
Report & Follow-Up
Results are shared with your treating doctor to guide the next step in your diagnosis or treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Most tests are done on a doctor's request so the right panel is chosen for your symptoms, but many routine tests such as a blood count or blood sugar check can also be done as a walk-in. Ask our lab desk to confirm.
Some tests, such as fasting blood sugar and lipid profile, require 8-12 hours of fasting beforehand. Our lab staff will confirm the requirement when your test is booked.
Call our hospital number to arrange a visit. A trained technician collects your sample at home following the same protocols used in the hospital lab, and your report is processed through our 24-hour laboratory as normal.
Reporting time depends on the investigation and clinical priority. The laboratory team can advise when a sample is collected, while urgent hospital tests are prioritised for the treating team.
Yes, the Clinical Laboratory operates 24 hours a day, every day, to support Casualty, inpatient wards and critical care units around the clock.
Yes, diagnostic testing is generally covered as part of your overall treatment under most cashless and reimbursement mediclaim plans. See our Insurance page or check with our billing desk.