The clinical laboratory at Prashanth Hospitals provides accurate and timely test results that help doctors make the right decisions about your care. Our lab uses modern automated systems, which support precise results and quick reporting.
From routine blood tests to detailed tissue studies, our laboratory services in Chennai cover a wide range of tests under one roof.
How Our Laboratory Helps Patients
- All tests in one place: Blood, urine and body fluid tests, infection tests and tissue studies are all done within the hospital.
- Results that guide treatment: Since the lab is part of the hospital, your results reach your treating doctor directly, so treatment can be planned without extra steps.
- Urgent testing when needed: Our emergency lab works 24/7, so urgent tests can be done at any time.
- Careful handling of samples: Every sample is labelled, tracked and tested with strict quality checks.
Our Laboratory Services
Clinical Biochemistry
Tests blood and body fluids to check how the liver, kidneys and body metabolism are working.
- Includes tests for blood sugar, cholesterol, liver enzymes and electrolytes
- Useful for checking and monitoring conditions like diabetes, kidney disease and liver problems
Clinical Microbiology and Serology
Helps find infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites.
- Culture tests help identify the germ causing an infection and the medicines that can treat it
- Serology tests look for antibodies or antigens in the blood, which helps in diagnosing infections like dengue, chikungunya and hepatitis
Clinical Pathology
Tests blood, urine and other body fluids to help find diseases early and monitor them over time.
- Helps in diagnosing anaemia, infections and metabolic disorders
Cytopathology
Studies cells under the microscope to help detect cancer, early changes that may turn into cancer, and other diseases.
- Includes Pap smear tests
- Includes fine needle aspiration cytology (FNAC), where a thin needle is used to collect cells from a lump or swelling
Haematology
Focuses on blood disorders, clotting problems and anaemia.
- Tests include Complete Blood Count (CBC), clotting tests and blood group typing
Histopathology
Studies tissue samples taken during a biopsy or surgery.
- Helps diagnose cancer and other diseases
- Helps classify tumours, which supports treatment planning
Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities
✔ Fully automated lab with digital reporting that reduces manual errors
✔ Blood, urine and body fluid analysis for complete diagnostics
✔ Strict quality control measures for precise results
✔ 24/7 emergency lab services for urgent testing
Blood Bank
Our hospital blood bank supports patients who need blood during surgery, emergencies and ongoing treatment. Blood group typing is done in our haematology lab to help match blood safely for each patient.
Before Your Test
Our lab team will tell you if your test needs any preparation. These general tips help:
- Some tests, like fasting blood sugar and lipid profile, need you to avoid food for a few hours. Plain water is usually allowed.
- Continue your regular medicines unless your doctor tells you otherwise
- For urine tests, follow the collection instructions given by the lab team
- Bring your doctor’s prescription and any previous reports
Your Test Reports
Reports are prepared digitally after testing and quality checks. Your doctor will explain what the results mean for your health and guide you on the next step.
Our NABL Accredited Laboratory Experts
| Consultant Name | Designation | Department |
| Dr. Kirupa | Lab Director | Microbiology |
| Dr. Dineshi S | Senior Consultant | Pathology |
| Dr. Arthi M | Consultant | Pathology |
| Dr. Balasubramanian A | Consultant | Biochemistry |
| Dr. Balakrishnan R | Consultant | Biochemistry |
Get Your Tests Done at Prashanth Hospitals
If you are looking for reliable laboratory services in Chennai, visit Prashanth Hospitals for accurate testing and timely reports, all within the hospital.