UC Health’s microbiology laboratory is the only one in Cincinnati equipped with BD Kiestra Total Lab Automation, which speeds up culture processing and susceptibility testing from specimen receipt to diagnosis. Our testing supports rapid infectious disease detection and monitoring, overseen by a board-certified, doctoral-level clinical microbiologist to ensure quality.
Clinical Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
UCMC Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics Laboratory
Full-service microbiology lab with advanced BD Kiestra automation and high-volume molecular testing for rapid infectious disease detection and monitoring.
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Authoring Breakthroughs
Advancing Diagnostic Excellence Through Microbiology and Molecular Testing
Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics
Automated Testing and Expert Laboratory Oversight
Our Unique Approach
Patient-First Diagnostic Excellence
We deliver personalized, collaborative microbiology and molecular diagnostic care with expert oversight. Our automation and high-volume testing provide rapid, accurate infectious disease detection that supports timely treatment decisions.
Only
Lab in Cincinnati with BD Kiestra automation
High-Volume
Molecular infectious disease testing
Board-Certified
Microbiologist PhD oversight
24/7
Operation for most diagnostic services
CAP Accredited Laboratory Excellence
Commitment to the Highest Standards in Microbiology
We harness the power of Total Laboratory Automation to deliver faster and more accurate results. By integrating advanced robotics, digital imaging and automated workflows, we ensure optimal precision in pathogen detection and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. This enhances quality and supports clinicians with timely, actionable insights for improved patient outcomes.
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