Laboratory & Blood Bank
Horizon Hospital Laboratory provides accurate and timely results to make treatment decisions.
- We recognize the importance and impact diagnostic services can have on people’s lives. In line with our vision, we seek
to increase the access of Pakistani people to the latest internationally-acclaimed diagnostic techniques available today.
- We focus on patient’s safety and provide accurate, precise and reliable test results for a wide range of complex test
menus performed on our latest equipment.
- The lab operates 24 hours a day, everyday of the year. It works under the supervision of competent pathologists and
well trained technologists. Our staff is trained to treat all our clients respectfully and courteously and every effort is made
to provide reports easily through SMS, Email, and WhatsApp.
Horizon laboratory has the facility to perform haematological, routine chemistry, special chemistry and microbiology tests. The laboratory also provides histopathology services.
Laboratory tests play a critical role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases in patients. The advanced role is to lead the patients towards their health management. Laboratory tests help to determine the presence, extent or absence of disease and monitor the effectiveness of treatment. An estimated 60-70 % of all decisions regarding a patient diagnosis and treatment, hospital admission and discharge are based on laboratory tests results.
Blending the advancements from the diagnostic industry and information technology – we set a new and higher standard in delivering Rapid, Responsive and Reliable lab and diagnostic imaging services. Horizon Hospital has pioneered a State-of-the-art logistical system to provide Diagnostic Laboratory services to Home-bound patients and Outpatients.
For sample collection, labelling, handling, storage, and transportation to the hospital laboratory, strict protocols are adopted by a trained and qualified team of healthcare professionals.
International quality standards are ensured through integrated pathologist/ technical staff teams. Markedly abnormal results are retested free of charge to double-check their accuracy.
Free home sample collection services & special discounts are available for senior citizens.
Quality Assurance Standards
To maintain the highest standards on scientific and international levels, a quality assurance program is in vogue. This program ensures the quality of the tests, integrity of the data and competency of the laboratory. The quality manual emphasizes the following.
we seek to increase the access of Pakistani people to the latest internationally acclaimed diagnostic techniques available today
- Well-defined goals and objectives
- State-of-the-art Labs & equipment
- Developed SOPs for all test procedures
- External and internal validation procedures
- Blind proficiency testing at regular intervals
- Qualifications, relevant training, continuous Education
- Free Online reporting
- Discount Polices for needy Patients
- Excellent and Correct Results
- Confidentiality and privacy of information strictly observed
- Record keeping of all the corrective action and procedures, you will have to provide this
- Sample control through organized chain of custody/Command system
- International standards observed for calibrations and maintenance of equipments
- Fully Automated Systems
- Best and Affordable Rats
- Certified and Registered from RIQAS and Health Care Commission
Education and Training
The Department of Pathology offers an internship program to those who are interested in gaining hands-on experience and knowledge in the field.
QUALIFIED & TRAINED STAFF
- Pathologists review and sign all reports and are available to discuss your results
- Qualified and well trained technical staff with BSc (MLT), MSc and MPhil degrees
- Hard working support staff ensures a clean and welcoming environment
Blood Banking:
Blood Centre provides safe blood and transfusion services to patients with blood disorders like thalassemia, haemophilia, leukaemia, bone marrow failure, and patients undergoing bone marrow transplants. NIBD, in collaboration with Horizon Hospital working on bone marrow transplants and handling blood disorders in the region. The blood bank is PBTA accredited and participates in external quality assurance programs like ISO to meet international standards. The blood is screened for all those diseases which may be transmitted through blood like Hepatitis, HIV and Syphilis.
Our centre provides facilities for blood groups and cross match. We provide whole as well as packed RBCs and other blood components.
We take utmost precautions and follow SOPs for Covid-19 so that donors are not at risk of combating the disease.
24/7 Blood Bank Service
Blood Bank Facility is available round the clock. With modern technology and keeping up with all the safety standards, we deliver Whole Blood and a full range of Blood Products including;
- Packed RBCs
- Fresh Frozen Plasma
- Mega Unit
- Cryoprecipitate
- Blood Components
List of Tests we Perform
- Complete Blood Count
- Liver Function Tests
- Renal Function Tests
- Lipid Profile
- Thyroid Function Tests
- Hemoglobin A1C
- Urinalysis
- Lipid Profile
- Cultures
- PSA