Bacteriology
- Identification of organisms including antibiotic susceptibility testing
- Detection of bacterial antigens by non-cultural non-molecular techniques
- Specialised antibiotic procedures
Parasitology
- Definitive identification of parasites
- Detection of parasitic antigens by non-cultural non-molecular techniques
Virology
- Detection of viral antigens by non-cultural non-molecular techniques
Mycology
- Definitive identification of fungi & susceptibility to antifungal agents
Mycobacteriology
- Microscopic & Culture for Isolation and Identification of Mycobacteria
Serology of Infection
- General & specialised serological testing
Molecular Microbiology
- Detection and characterisation of bacterial, viral, fungal, mycobacterial DNA/RNA
- Genotyping for infectious diseases
Environmental Investigations for Human Pathogens
Investigation of Nosocomial Infections in Outbreaks and / or Individuals