UNIVERSITY OF ZIMBABWE CLINICAL TRIALS RESEARCH CENTRE

Laboratory Services

The UZ-CTRC provides comprehensive laboratory services, encompassing a wide range of specialties to support research and clinical activities. These services reinforce our commitment to advancing healthcare through rigorous scientific investigation and diagnostic excellence.

UZ-CTRC LABORATORY SERVICES

Laboratory Services

Specimen Management

Specimen Management

We offer state-of-the-art specimen management services, ensuring integrity, tracking, and storage of biological samples collected for health research .
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Hematology and Flow Cytometry

Hematology and Flow Cytometry

Our laboratory provides hematology and flow cytometry services, enabling detailed analysis of blood cells and immune cell populations.
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Clinical Biochemistry

Clinical Biochemistry

we perform clinical biochemistry analyses, including the measurement of blood chemistry parameters such as glucose, cholesterol, electrolytes, liver enzymes, and renal function markers to support patient care and research investigations.
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Serology and Immunology

Serology and Immunology

Our laboratory conducts serological and immunological assays to detect antibodies, antigens, and immune system markers, contributing to the understanding of infectious diseases, autoimmune disorders, and immunological responses.
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Molecular Diagnostics

Molecular Diagnostics

We offer molecular diagnostic services , including nucleic acid amplification tests.
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Mycobacteriology and culture

Mycobacteriology and culture

We provide testing services for the detection of tuberculosis mycobacterium
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Cytology & Histology

Cytology & Histology

Our laboratory expertise extends to cytological examinations, enabling the microscopic evaluation of cells.
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Specialized Services

Specialized Services

Bio Safety Cabinet level 3 for TB culturing Peripheral Blood Mononuclear cells preparation Human Papilloma Virus testing
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Accreditation & Test Validity

Accreditation & Test Validity

Division of AIDS (DAIDS) certified as a full reference laboratory and ISO 15189 accredited. The Lab has excellent Quality Management Systems and short result turnaround times. Compliance to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and ISO 15189 is monitored once annually by both DAIDS-appointed auditors and Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service (SADCAS).
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