The Serology laboratory provides an extensive screening, acute diagnostic and interpretive service for the management of infectious diseases in diverse clinical settings i.e. GUM, antenatal, paediatrics, occupational health.
The laboratory contains state of the art random-access analysers facilitating rapid high sample throughput. The diagnostic Virology service is overseen by Consultant Medical Staff who are able to advise on the interpretation of the laboratory's results and on the investigation and management of patients with viral infections.
The Molecular Virology laboratory offers a comprehensive repertoire of nucleic acid amplification tests for the detection, quantification and genotyping of pathogenic viruses, using both commercial and validated in-house assays. This is an area of diagnostics that is evolving rapidly. Accordingly, the laboratory is proactive in developing assays which enhance the speed and sensitivity of diagnoses of healthcare-associated infections, blood borne viruses, TB, respiratory tract infections, sexually transmitted and neurological diseases, amongst others.
In partnership with our stakeholders we continue to develop new and innovative systems to deliver a timely, patient focused, quality service.
