New Delhi: Agilus Diagnostics, a subsidiary of Fortis Healthcare Limited, has announced the launch of a new laboratory in Tanda, Himachal Pradesh. The advanced laboratory has the capacity to process 30,000+ samples in a month ranging from simple routine tests to semi-specialized and specialized tests.
Recognizing the rising demand for quality diagnostic services, Agilus has expanded its capabilities by launching this laboratory in Tanda. The citizens of Tanda will now have access to Agilus’ extensive test menu comprising of 3,000+ tests and a range of well-curated preventive healthcare packages. This new Agilus lab in Tanda along with its existing lab in Shimla will also cater to Kangra, Palampur and Dharmashala.
Mr. Anand K, Managing Director & CEO, Agilus Diagnostics said ‘Agilus Diagnostics had been catering to the populace in Himachal Pradesh for over a decade through a PPP project with the state government. Now, we are excited to expand our services through our own laboratory facilities. We have also enabled home collection services for the benefit of our customers and other valued added services like ordering tests through our website and intuitive mobile app, receiving diagnostic reports through WhatsApp etc. In addition, we believe that our expansive test menu will help the local citizens and doctors to access a large number of tests.”
The advanced laboratory spread over 3000 Sqft has multiple laboratory divisions including Hematology, Biochemistry, Clinical Pathology, Serology and Microbiology.
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