The unit of Microbiology, Department of Pathology, BMHRC, became functional in October 2000. Various diagnostic tests for infections caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites as well as investigations for immunological disorders are carried out here using state of the, art technology. More than 300,000 investigations have been carried out in the seven years that the department has been in existence now. A number of research projects are also in progress. In addition to diagnostics and research activities, the department runs an infection control, program.This involves active surveillance for hospital acquired infections, incorporation of preventive measures to avert any potential outbreak of infection in the hospital, and creation of awareness among staff regarding infection control.

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