BIOCHEMISTRY

🏢 Infrastructure & Academic Facilities

Located on the top floor of Block 9 at CMC Cochin, the Department of Biochemistry offers a robust academic environment for over 100 MBBS students. The department comprises:

• Two modern lecture halls for interactive teaching
• Spacious student laboratories and dedicated research lab
• A well-furnished conference hall and supportive faculty rooms
• Plans underway to launch postgraduate and paramedical courses

The department is fully equipped and spacious enough to support advanced academic programs and research initiatives.

🧬 Clinical Biochemistry Services

The department supervises a state-of-the-art, 24-hour Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory at the hospital, offering essential diagnostic support. Key highlights include:

• Dedicated divisions: Biochemistry, Hematology, Sample Reception, and Laboratory Information Systems
• Fully automated Dry and Wet Chemistry systems for routine and special investigations
• Advanced hormone assays using Chemiluminescence and ELISA platforms
• Over 1000 tests performed daily for patient care
• Qualified and committed staff ensuring accuracy and efficiency

🎓 Academic Activities

• Interactive lectures, practical sessions, and case-based learning for MBBS students
• Hands-on exposure to lab instrumentation and diagnostic techniques
• Faculty-guided research initiatives and project-based learning
• Preparation and orientation for upcoming PG and allied health courses