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Child PGI Noida expands pathology services
PGICH in Noida launched a new advanced diagnostic laboratory at Tower-9 campus to strengthen pathology and oncology testing, offering histopathology, cytopathology, haematology, clinical pathology, immunohistochemistry and molecular diagnostics. The facility will also accept samples from outside hospitals and clinics to expand regional diagnostic capacity and reduce delays.
Why It Matters
The expansion aims to meet rising demand for specialized diagnostics in Noida and nearby districts, potentially reducing referrals to Delhi and improving treatment planning through faster, centralized cancer testing.
Timeline
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Article reports expansion of pathology services and external sample acceptance
May 14, 2026
The article published on May 14, 2026 notes that PGICH has expanded its pathology services and will now accept samples from outside hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and private practitioners, in addition to samples generated within PGICH. Officials highlighted that comprehensive cancer diagnostic facilities will be available under one roof, and that opening the laboratory network to outside institutions aims to strengthen coordination among healthcare facilities and improve the regional availability of specialized testing services.
Inauguration of advanced diagnostic laboratory at Tower-9 campus, Noida
May 13, 2026
The Post Graduate Institute of Child Health (PGICH) announced the inauguration of its new advanced diagnostic laboratory at the Tower-9 campus in Noida. The facility is equipped to provide histopathology, cytopathology, haematology, clinical pathology, immunohistochemistry and molecular diagnostics, supported by experienced pathologists, scientists and technical staff. Officials said the lab will enable comprehensive cancer diagnostics under one roof and will accept samples from outside hospitals, nursing homes, clinics and private practitioners in addition to PGICH-generated samples, with the aim of reducing delays and improving treatment planning.