Metropolis launches 1000 sq. ft. new testing centre in Palakkad, Kerala

Metropolis Healthcare Ltd. has launched their new centre in Palakkad, Kerala. The 1,000 sq. ft. laboratory has the capacity to conduct more than 60,000 sample testing per month.

Sudharma Metropolis Laboratory, Palakkad will offer about 4,500 different tests ranging from basic pathology tests to high-end molecular diagnostics tests and has a capacity to evaluate over 1,000 samples per day. Earlier this year Metropolis Healthcare had launched their second laboratory in the state at Kochi.

Vijender Singh, chief executive officer, Metropolis Healthcare Limited said about the launch, “In addition to our existing labs, we are proud to announce the launch of our new centre in Palakkad. The scientific team consists of Pathologists, Biochemists, Geneticists, Microbiologists, Medical Technologists & Lab Assistants. They work day in and day out to ensure precision in every test with a holistic view of providing an extensive test menu with fast turnaround time. While the pandemic is still lurking on our shoulders, we aim to be there for everyone who needs us.”

Dr. Ramesh Kumar, chief of laboratory, Metropolis Kerala said “The lab launch comes at an important time as the city witnesses new cases being recorded every day. Our aim with the new facility is to be available for more people around in their fight against the pandemic. The lab will have RT-PCR testing along with a variety of other complex molecular tests for which we will also offer support on report interpretation and analysis from our doctors.”

Sudharma Metropolis Laboratory offers extensive tests and reports of the highest quality at affordable rates. It is known for numerous quality accreditations to its credit, both in India and abroad. Our central laboratory in Mumbai is NABL and CAP accredited. With 34 years of experience in the business, Metropolis Healthcare Ltd. has meticulously developed Indian Reference Range for various tests, which are being used by thousands of laboratories across the country.

The new lab is located at 41/742-2, Ground Floor, Gateway Complex, Near Railway Gate, Robinson Road, Palakkad – 678001.
MB Bureau