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The Diagnostic Laboratory is situated on the John Radcliffe site and offers a comprehensive service spanning all areas of Microbiology including:
The clinical diagnostic service underpins OUH clinical activity in:
Our wide repertoire of tests coupled with a national and international reputation for excellence has resulted in a workload of around 650,000 tests per year.
Our commitment to quality and close collaboration with the University of Oxford research departments ensures that the OUH Microbiology Laboratory is a leading provider of diagnostic microbiology services in the UK.
The laboratory is well equipped with state-of-the-art equipment including: