DR. Balwant Singh’s Hospital Lab Accredited to the Latest Standard
GEORGETOWN, GUYANA, JANUARY 1, 2024: Dr. Balwant Singh's Hospital in demonstrating its commitment to superior healthcare, proudly announces that it is the only laboratory to have been accredited to the new ISO 15189:2022 by A2LA which is a US-based accrediting agency. ISO 15189 is a globally recognized standard that reflects the laboratory's commitment to quality, competence, and excellence in medical testing and analysis. The accreditation covers a wide range of areas, including Biochemistry, Immunology, Haematology, Clinical Pathology, Point of Care Testing (POCT), and Histopathology.
The laboratory has expanded its scope to include Histopathology testing, which includes various tissue section diagnoses and advanced methods like special staining and immunohistochemistry (IHC) and these are also fully accredited. This is the only lab providing Liqui prep pap smear testing also.
The laboratory also meets the GYS 170:2021 local standard, ensuring quality results in Serology, Urology, Microbiology, and comprehensive COVID-19 Antigen, Antibody, and PCR testing. Dr. Madhu Singh, C.E.O and Laboratory Director, expressed her dedication to the laboratory's commitment to quality and excellence in laboratory services.
Dr. Balwant Singh's Hospital Laboratory is the first in Guyana with such accreditation, to the new ISO 15189 standard, highlighting its commitment to innovation and efficiency. The laboratory's journey includes implementing cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to optimise workflows and enhance test accuracy and reliability. A robust quality assurance program supports this, featuring regular internal audits, proficiency testing, and continuous staff training.
By adhering to ISO 15189:2022 standards, the laboratory ensures reliable and timely test results, leading to improved diagnoses and patient outcomes. The laboratory has also established the first telepathology lab in Guyana, offering the shortest turnaround time in the region. Our histopathology can be read across the globe due to our telepathology cutting-edge equipment.
