Punjab Inaugurates First Female Pathology Collection Center at PIC Lahore
Punjab has taken a significant step toward improving healthcare access for women by inaugurating the province’s first female pathology collection center at the Punjab Institute of Cardiology (PIC) Lahore. This new facility is designed to offer women a safe, private, and comfortable environment for diagnostic sample collection. This new female pathology collection center in Punjab aims to make diagnostic services more comfortable and accessible for women.
Why This Center Matters
Women across Punjab often face difficulties in accessing diagnostic services comfortably due to overcrowded and mixed-gender environments. The newly launched center addresses these challenges by offering:
- Dedicated female medical and technical staff
- A secure and private sample-collection environment
- Fast-track sample processing
- Improved patient comfort and dignity
Improving Women’s Healthcare in Punjab
The Punjab government has emphasized the need for improved diagnostic accessibility, especially for women. With this new department, PIC Lahore aims to ensure timely detection of cardiac and non-cardiac conditions through hassle-free testing services.
According to PIC administration, the center will reduce waiting times, enhance laboratory efficiency, and encourage more women to undergo essential diagnostic tests without hesitation.
Services Offered at the New Female Pathology Unit
The new female pathology collection unit will initially provide:
- Blood sample collection
- Hormonal and biochemical testing
- Cardiac profile testing
- Routine lab diagnostics
PIC plans to expand services further as the unit grows and patient demand increases, ensuring a broader range of diagnostic solutions for women.
Conclusion
The launch of Punjab’s first female-exclusive pathology collection center is a major advancement in the province’s healthcare system. By providing women a safe and dignified space for testing, PIC Lahore sets a new standard for patient-centered diagnostic care in Pakistan.