Results of blood testing, urine analysis and other laboratory investigations are important information that helps your doctors to diagnose, treat and manage your care on an ongoing basis. The Department of Lab Medicine at Manipal Hospital Varthur Road comes into play when accurate, trustworthy and quick diagnostic testing is needed. We know lab results can be stressful, and our team works hard to deliver high-quality diagnostic services with accuracy and compassion. As a premier hospital for lab medicine in Varthur Road, Bangalore, we combine sophisticated lab techniques with skilled interpretation to support your healthcare journey.
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Why Manipal Hospitals?
Laboratory medicine is an essential part of modern health care that requires sophisticated equipment, specialised skills and rigorous quality assurance. We have a team of pathologists, microbiologists, biochemists and laboratory technologists working together at Manipal Hospital Varthur Road. We are the centre for the best lab medicine in Varthur Road, Bangalore. The patients and families choose:
- Comprehensive diagnostic examination employing advanced laboratory techniques, including clinical biochemistry, haematology, and microbiology, for accurate assessment and management of a broad spectrum of diseases.
- Pathologist and clinician collaborative case review for correct interpretation and therapeutically relevant reporting
- Integrated counselling and patient education to help you understand your test results and what they mean for your health.
- Individualised testing regimens based on your particular clinical question, ailment and individual health status
- Continuity of care from first screening to follow-up and long-term lab surveillance.
- Comprehensive diagnostic services, ranging from regular tests to specialist and molecular studies.
Lab Medicine Department
The Department of Lab Medicine at Manipal Hospital Varthur Road provides a wide range of diagnostic testing services that are integral to patient treatment. The department provides clinical biochemistry, haematology, microbiology and histopathology services. Our team provides routine and specialist testing, including molecular diagnostics and flow cytometry. All laboratory services are provided by qualified pathologists and technicians using advanced analytical equipment and in accordance with worldwide quality and safety standards.
Services Provided
Our section provides a wide range of diagnostic testing services critical to complete patient treatment. We provide:
- Clinical biochemistry encompassing renal function, liver function and metabolic tests
- Blood film examination, haematology, full blood count, coagulation studies and
- Microbiology comprising culture, sensitivity and molecular tests for infectious disease
- Histopathology and cytology for the examination of tissue and cells
- Autoimmune and infectious disease indicators, immunology and serology tests.
- Hormone Testing for Endocrine Disorders
- Medication management and therapeutic drug monitoring.
- Blood services and transfusion medicine
Facilities And Services
At Manipal Hospital Varthur Road, we have a purpose-designed infrastructure to provide complete laboratory services from regular testing to speciality investigations:
- Automated analysers for clinical biochemistry and haematology
- Full service microbiology lab with cultures and susceptibilities
- Histopathology laboratory - tissue processing and slide preparation
- Laboratory Molecular diagnostics with PCR and genetic testing
- Blood bank with facility to prepare and store components
- Point-of-care testing device with immediate results
- Laboratory Information System for Efficient Reporting of Results
- Integrated electronic health records for patient data coordination

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Frequently Asked Questions
Not necessarily. Many lab tests are conducted as routine screening or monitoring or to exclude conditions. The tests provide useful information to help your doctor select the best treatment approach for your specific symptoms and concerns.
Your health care physician will provide specific instructions depending on the type of testing you are undergoing. Some tests need fasting for 8 to 12 hours. Other tests may have medication limits. Before your tests, you will be given explicit instructions on what to do.
The time frames for results depend on the type of test taken. Routine blood tests are usually ready within hours, whereas more advanced testing such as cultures or molecular studies may take several days. Your healthcare professional will go over results with you as soon as they are available.
The frequency of tests will be dictated by your health and treatment plan. Some people will need testing every few weeks or months; others will need it less often. Your healthcare professional will create a tailored program based on your individual needs and reaction to therapy.
Yes, you can check your lab results through our patient portal or request copies of them from medical records. You will receive your results, but we strongly encourage you to discuss them with your healthcare provider for accurate interpretation and guidance.



