University of Turbat students visit DHQ Hospital to see laboratory work

TURBAT: Students of the Biochemistry programme in the Department of Natural and Basic Sciences at the University of Turbat visited the DHQ Hospital Turbat. They were led by course supervisors Zamira Wahid and Jiand Baloch. The students observed how the clinical diagnostic laboratory works. They also inspected several hospital sections, including urinalysis, haematology, serology and clinical chemistry.

Hands-on observation in the laboratory

The students saw modern laboratory equipment and learnt how automated chemistry analysers work. They were also given practical information about basic biochemical tests, including CBC, blood glucose and kidney tests.

At the end of the visit, Head of the Department of Natural and Basic Sciences Dr Irshad Miyar thanked DHQ Hospital Medical Superintendent Dr Waheed Bulaidi and his medical team. He said that, with the cooperation of the hospital administration, the students gained practical experience of clinical diagnosis and the day-to-day work of the laboratory.

Vice Chancellor’s statement

According to a spokesperson for the University of Turbat, Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Gul Hasan praised the efforts of the Department of Natural and Basic Sciences in arranging the visit. He said such visits play an important role in linking the theoretical knowledge taught in classrooms with practical laboratory experience.

He added that the University of Turbat is committed to expanding partnerships with research institutions and the industrial sector, so that students can be equipped with skills that meet market needs.