FMMCH LABORATORY - Microbiology

Overview

FMMCHL is a NABL accredited laboratory catering to the needs of in house as well as outside patients. It is the only lab in this region which is accredited for all the braches of medical lab (Biochemistry, Microbiology, Hematology & Oncology, Histopathology & Cytology). FMMCHL got the accreditation for the first time in 2012, and continues to be accreditated till date. In the NABH assessment conducted in 2015, lab was considered as one of excellent departments in FMMCH.

Microbiology

The department of Microbiology carries out all routine tests, culture, and many special tests. The important diagnostic tests available in Microbiology central laboratory are

  • Bacteriology –Aerobic Culture and Sensitivity, Automated Blood Culture (Bactec), Automated Bacterial Identification (Phoenix System) and Anaerobic culture.
  • Mycobacteriology –CBNAAT(GeneXpert), Micro MGIT culture , Fluorescent Microscopy
  • Immunology -ANA global, ANA profile , ANCA, APLA
  • Virology –HIV, HAV, HBV, HCV, Dengue antibodies, Viral meningitis screening (HSV 1-2, CMV, VZV, EBV, Enterovirus, Adenovirus, HHV 6-7, Paraechovirus, Parvovirus-B19), HBV & HCV viral load
  • Molecular technology -Conventional and real time PCR
  • Serology -ELISA, Chemiluminescence, Immunochromatography, routine serology
  • Mycology –Culture and microscopy
  • Parasitology -Microscopy

Vision

Vision of FMMCHL is to be the premier provider of medical laboratory services with credibility and continual quality improvement .

Mission

  • To provide comprehensive, high-quality laboratory testing at par with global standards.
  • Commitment to good professional practice, and providing the services to the users as per the principles of autonomy, beneficence, non-malificence and justice

FMMCHL carries out its testing activities complying with ISO 15189 , ISO 15190, NABL, NABH, Medical Council of India and other relevant statutory guidelines.

Quality Policy of FMMCHL

  • FMMCHL carries out its testing activities complying with ISO 15189:2012, NABL 112, NABH,  Regulatory authorities & Statutory Requirements, with continual improvement in quality.
  • FMMCHL is committed to good professional practice and provide its services at par with global standards to customers without any discrimination.
  • FMMCHL management ensures that its staff shall imbibe the Charitable Institutions.

Quality Objectives of FMMCHL

  • To ensure that all the pre analytical, analytical and post analytical activities are carried out with appropriate quality control measures.
  • To provide continual training and evaluation to the lab personnel so that they are competent and improving continually in performing their assigned duties.
  • To provide best possible information and advisory services to its users.
  • To provide the test reports as per the stipulated turnaround time (TAT)
  • To use the most advanced technology for the testing procedures and ensure updated calibration of equipments.
  • To emphasize on integrity, honesty, commitment to wok and respect to all individuals.
  • To establish and maintain the quality management system.
  • To ensure the safety of all staff and patients.

Our Strength

FMMCHL has well qualified authorized signatories, technicians and other staff. The team comprising of lab director, quality manager, technical managers and deputy managers, monitors and maintains the quality of lab reports. FMMCHL has internal and external quality assurance programme in place . Staff are regularly trained and assessed to ensure competence.

FMMCHL Believes in continual improvement, and is open to feedback from its users.

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