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Our Services

Laboratory Services

Highly automated diagnostics covering haematology, chemistry, microbiology,
immunology, histopathology, DNA testing and transfusion medicine.

About the Lab

Precision Diagnostics,
Faster Results.

Bugolobi Medical Centre operates a highly automated laboratory with capabilities spanning haematology, coagulation, clinical chemistry, microbiology and immunology. Modern equipment and streamlined processes minimise test turnaround times so that clinical decisions are never delayed.

Our laboratory is staffed by trained medical laboratory scientists and supported by experienced pathologists who review and validate results before release. Whether you need a routine blood count, a specialist tissue biopsy or a confidential DNA paternity test, our team delivers accuracy you can trust.

Same-day results7 disciplinesOpen 24 / 7easyDNA accredited
Same-Day Results

Most routine and urgent tests are processed and reported within the same day, minimising waiting time for patients and clinicians.

Highly Automated

Modern automated analysers reduce manual handling errors and deliver consistent, reproducible results across all disciplines.

easyDNA Partnership

Our DNA paternity tests are processed in partnership with easyDNA UK, one of the world's leading accredited DNA testing laboratories.

Expert Pathologists

Results are reviewed and validated by experienced pathologists and clinical scientists before being released to the requesting clinician.

What We Test

Laboratory Disciplines

Seven fully equipped disciplines covering over 200 individual tests — all under one roof.

Clinical Chemistry

Analysis of chemical processes in blood and body fluids — detecting hormones, metabolites and drugs.

  • Glucose & HbA1c (Diabetes)
  • Lipid Profile
  • Liver Function Tests (LFTs)
  • Kidney / Renal Function Tests
  • Thyroid Function Tests (TFTs)
  • Electrolytes (Na, K, Cl, CO₂)
  • Cardiac Enzymes (Troponin, CK-MB)
  • Uric Acid & Gout Panel

Haematology

Identification of disorders affecting blood cells, bone marrow and coagulation pathways.

  • Full Blood Count (FBC / CBC)
  • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR)
  • Blood Film & Differential
  • Prothrombin Time (PT / INR)
  • aPTT (Clotting Screen)
  • Reticulocyte Count
  • Sickle Cell Screening
  • Bone Marrow Examination

Microbiology

Detection of bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites across a wide range of clinical specimens.

  • Malaria RDT & Microscopy
  • Culture & Sensitivity (Urine, Stool, Blood, Wound)
  • Sputum AFB / TB Microscopy
  • Stool Ova, Cysts & Parasites
  • Gonorrhoea & Chlamydia
  • VDRL / Syphilis Serology
  • Helicobacter pylori Antigen
  • Fungal Culture (Candida, etc.)

Immunology & Serology

Immune-response testing covering infectious diseases, autoimmune conditions and allergy panels.

  • HIV Screening & Confirmation
  • Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg)
  • Hepatitis C Antibody (Anti-HCV)
  • Typhoid (Widal Test)
  • Brucellosis Serology
  • Rheumatoid Factor (RF)
  • Antinuclear Antibody (ANA)
  • Pregnancy Test (βhCG)

Histopathology

Microscopic examination of tissue samples to diagnose disease, including cancer screening.

  • Tissue Biopsy Analysis
  • Pap Smear / Cervical Cytology
  • Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology (FNAC)
  • Endometrial Biopsy
  • Skin & Dermal Biopsy
  • Colorectal Polyp Histology
  • Lymph Node Biopsy
  • Cancer Tumour Markers

DNA Paternity Testing

Accredited DNA paternity testing conducted in partnership with easyDNA UK — confidential and legally recognised.

  • Paternity DNA Test (Father / Child)
  • Maternity DNA Test
  • Sibling DNA Test
  • Grand-parentage Testing
  • Legal / Court-admissible Reports
  • Prenatal DNA Testing
  • Immigration DNA Testing
  • Ancestry Testing

Transfusion Medicine

Blood grouping and compatibility testing to ensure safe transfusion for patients requiring blood products.

  • ABO Blood Grouping
  • Rhesus (Rh) Typing
  • Cross-matching
  • Direct Coombs Test (DAT)
  • Indirect Coombs Test (IAT)
  • Antibody Screening
  • Packed Cell Volume (PCV)
  • Blood Transfusion Work-up

Ready to book a laboratory test?

Walk in any time — we're open 24 hours a day. No referral needed for most routine tests.