Health Care Lab & Digital X- Ray

Health Care Lab & Digital X- Ray
Dr.Muhammad Ghias Khawaja
MBBS DCP
Clinical Pathologist
Dr.Hassaan Sheikh
MBBS FCPS
Consultant Radiologist

Health Care Lab & Digital X- Ray
Hafiz jammal Metro station Dolat Gate Multan
Branch No 1
Chungi No 1 Suraj Miani Road Multan
Branch No 2
Al Quraish Sher shah road Multan

Health checkups are more than just cholesterol and sugar levels. These blood tests give a deeper look at your heart, metabolism, and overall health: Fasting Insulin: Checks insulin after fasting. High levels mean your body is struggling with blood sugar control, often before diabetes shows up. It’s an early warning sign for weight gain, fatty liver, and diabetes. Lipoprotein(a): A genetically inherited cholesterol particle that raises heart attack and stroke risk, even when your cholesterol looks normal. It’s rarely checked in routine panels, which makes testing it all the more important. Apolipoproteins A1 & B: ApoA1 is the main protein in good cholesterol (HDL). High levels protect the heart by clearing out excess cholesterol. ApoB is the protein in bad cholesterol (LDL and others). High ApoB means more harmful cholesterol particles circulating, even if your cholesterol number looks normal. Homocysteine: High levels quietly raise the risk of heart disease, stroke, brain fog, pregnancy issues, and weak bones. Often linked to deficiencies in vitamins B6, B9, and B12, and poor methylation. Catching it early helps prevent chronic disease. Fibrinogen: A protein that makes blood clot. Too much makes blood thick and sticky, raising risk for clots, strokes, and heart attacks. It also rises with stress and inflammation. hs-CRP: A highly sensitive marker that picks up hidden inflammation. Even slight increases raise risk of heart problems, diabetes, or autoimmune issues. It shows the silent “fire” of inflammation in the body. CRP: A general marker for inflammation that rises with infections, injuries, or autoimmune flare-ups. Together with hs-CRP, it gives a clear picture of both short-term and long-term inflammation. 💡 These tests act like early warning signals. They uncover risks that routine cholesterol and sugar checks can miss, helping you take charge of your health before problems arise.

CBC (Complete Blood Count) Test
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1. Objective

The objective of the test was to evaluate the overall health of the patient by measuring the levels of different blood cells including red blood cells, white blood cells, hemoglobin, hematocrit, and platelets.

2. Principle

The test was based on the principle of automated hematology analysis. Blood cells were counted and classified by electrical impedance and/or flow cytometry, while hemoglobin concentration was measured photometrically.

3. Materials

Patient’s venous blood sample (collected in an EDTA tube)

Sterile syringe and vacutainer

Automated hematology analyzer (CBC machine)

Microscope (for peripheral smear examination)

Glass slides, stains (Wright’s or Giemsa stain)

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

4. Procedure (Microscopic and Automated)

A venous blood sample was collected in an EDTA tube.

The sample was loaded into an automated hematology analyzer.

The analyzer counted RBCs, WBCs, and platelets using impedance or laser flow methods.

Hemoglobin concentration was measured spectrophotometrically.

Hematocrit and red cell indices (MCV, MCH, MCHC) were calculated.

A peripheral blood smear was prepared, stained, and examined microscopically for confirmation of abnormal findings.

5. Result

The results were displayed as numerical values and histograms for RBCs, WBCs, platelets, hemoglobin, and hematocrit.

Microscopy confirmed morphology of cells in case of abnormalities.

Normal values were compared with standard reference ranges (which varied with age and s*x).

6. Uses

It was used to diagnose anemia, infections, and many blood disorders.

It was used to monitor treatment response in patients with chronic illnesses.

It was used as a routine check-up for general health screening.

7. Consultation

The results were interpreted by a physician. Abnormal results were correlated with clinical history, symptoms, and other investigations. The patient was advised on further tests or treatment if neces

Healthcare Lab & Digital x ray
Hafiz jammal Metro station Dolat Gate
Chungi No 1 Suraj Miani Road Multan
Al Quraish Sher shah road Multan

Regards
Dr G M Khawaja
Consultant Pathologist