Microbiology is devoted to culturing, examination, and identification of microorganisms including bacteria, fungi, yeast, viruses, and parasites, and plays a
crucial role in diagnosing infectious diseases. The department is led by highly qualified specialists
Dr. K.S. Vaisakhi, STAR Banjara, and Dr. Anuradha Sreeram, STAR Nanakramguda. The team specializes in identifying pathogens using various techniques and state-of-the-art equipment. They assess antimicrobial resistance and provide valuable insights to all specialties across the hospital. We perform all high-end testing, which is then interpreted by highly qualified healthcare professionals to guide patient care and treatment decisions.
Immunology testing is also performed to
assess the immune system‘s response to infections,
autoimmune disorders, allergies & other relevant conditions which includes antibody testing. We house
advanced technological diagnostic methods for more accurate and effective immunological testing along
with ELISA, Immunoblot technique, Immunofluorescence (IFA), PCR technology, Multiplex assay (FILMARRAY), and automation with state-of-the-art equipment are being used.
Gene testing for antibiotic resistance is also provided by the department, which would help the clinical consultants with targeted treatment and minimize the usage of antibiotics as a part of the implementation of the Antibiotic Stewardship Program.
Department of Microbiology as a team, works as vital in guiding patient treatment plans & ensuring effective healthcare outcomes. The department is always ready for any new testing challenges 24/7 for any outbreaks in support of the commitment of the management to serve the nation.
Apart from routine bacteriology testing, infectious & non-infectious (routine) serology testing, is conducted daily and reports are issued as per the defined TAT, always in compliance with National guidelines for epidemiological purposes. The Laboratory is also NABL & NABH accredited as per recent standards. oversees the training compliance & monitors the implementation of infection prevention protocols by guiding the screening, and isolation protocols for MRSA, VRE, and MDRO organisms.
