BIOCHEMISTRY

Biochemistry deals with the structures, functions and interactions of biological macromolecules, such as proteins, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids, which provide the structure of cells and perform many of the functions associated with life.

IMMUNOLOGY AND HORMONES

Many hormones can be measured (assayed) in the blood, to give an indication of metabolic processes and conditions, or “hormone imbalance”.These include male and female sex hormones (oestrogen, progesterone, testosterone) and hormones secreted by other glands such as parathyroid and adrenal glands.

DIABETIC CARE CLINIC

Diabetes clinics give you the chance to meet medical experts who can check that you're as healthy as possible and give you highly specialised advice on how to look after your diabetes

Genetics Tests

Genes are DNA instructions that we all inherit from our parents. Different “mistakes” in our genes, called mutations, can cause different diseases. Some of these diseases are rare, like cystic fibrosis or Huntington’s disease, others are common, like cancer. Genetic tests can be used to confirm the diagnosis or give you information about possible development of a disease.

Cytology

Aside from tissue biopsy, cytology serves as an indispensable tool in screening and diagnosing cancer. In this technique, a cytological material is obtained from the patient, spread onto glass slides for microscopic examination, stained, screened for abnormalities and assessed prior to the issuance of a final report.

• Gynaecological Cytology
• Non-Gynaecological Cytology
• Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology
• BAL Differential Cell Count

Molecular Testing & Oncology

Our comprehensive and highly sensitive and specific range of tests can detect genetic alterations that drive tumor growth in all types of cancer. We are highly experienced in characterizing mechanisms of action of targeted therapies, particularly against epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), as well as other tyrosine kinase inhibitors. We perform:

• Mutation analysis in tumor tissue and blood
• Gene amplification and translocation testing
• Immunohistochemistry (IHC)
• Gene expression

Histology

Our SANAS accredited histology laboratory offers a diagnostic service to both the private and public sectors. Our large team of anatomical pathologists, technologists and technicians, with vast amounts of experience offers a diagnostic and consultative service on a number of tissue samples including biopsies and resection specimens.

• Immunocytochemistry
• Immunofluorescence
• Electron Microscopy
• Neuropathology

General Diagnostic Tests

We are an industry leader in ensuring exceptional quality testing in our state-of-the-art facilities. Diagnostic tests are used to detect, confirm, or rule out the presence of a disease or medical condition. They can be used to screen for certain conditions in people who are at increased risk; to evaluate the effects of treatment; or to monitor disease progression.

• Complete blood counts
• Anticoagulant Therapy Monitoring
• Blood Chemistry Analyses
• Therapeutic drug monitoring

Naturopathic Tests

We will perform both standard and specialized naturopathic lab tests as part of the assessment process. Naturopathic doctors can order many of the same diagnostic tests as your family physician, such as blood work, stool, urine, and saliva testing. We can also perform an H Pylori Breath Test, Stool Ova and Parasite testing.

• Gastrointestinal Testing
• Laboratory Tests on Hormonal Levels
• Cardiovascular Lab Tests
• Toxins & Pollutant Testing

Genetics Tests

Genes are DNA instructions that we all inherit from our parents. Different “mistakes” in our genes, called mutations, can cause different diseases. Some of these diseases are rare, like cystic fibrosis or Huntington’s disease, others are common, like cancer. Genetic tests can be used to confirm the diagnosis or give you information about possible development of a disease.

• PCR
• DNA Sequencing
• Cytogenetics (Karyotyping and FISH)
• Microarrays

Cytology

Aside from tissue biopsy, cytology serves as an indispensable tool in screening and diagnosing cancer. In this technique, a cytological material is obtained from the patient, spread onto glass slides for microscopic examination, stained, screened for abnormalities and assessed prior to the issuance of a final report.

• Gynaecological Cytology
• Non-Gynaecological Cytology
• Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology
• BAL Differential Cell Count