On-Site Blood, Stool & Fever Lab Tests in Thamel
Thamel Clinic operates an on-site diagnostic laboratory in central Thamel delivering most routine blood, stool, and urine results within 1 to 3 hours. Every sample is collected with single-use sterile vacuum tubes, analyzed under quality-controlled protocols, and delivered as a printed and emailed English PDF report with reference ranges.
| Diagnostic Test | USD Price | Approx. NPR | Turnaround |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stool Routine & Microscopy (Ova, Cysts, Giardia, WBC/RBC) | $18 USD | NPR 2,400 | 60–90 minute turnaround |
| Urine Routine & Microscopy + Dipstick | $12 USD | NPR 1,600 | 30–45 minute turnaround |
| Complete Blood Count (CBC) + Quantitative CRP | $25 USD | NPR 3,400 | Distinguishes bacterial vs. viral infection in 90 min |
| Tropical Fever Panel (CBC + CRP + Dengue NS1/IgM + Typhoid) | $58 USD | NPR 7,800 | Results in 2 hours |
| 12-Lead Resting ECG with Physician Interpretation | $28 USD | NPR 3,800 | Immediate printout & report |
The 60-Minute Turnaround
The lab that returns results while you wait changes the clinical encounter — the fever that gets its dengue test result before you leave, the diarrhea that has its stool microscopy while you are still there. The in-house capability means diagnosis and treatment happen in one visit, not a multi-day wait for results.
In-house rapid tests
- Stool microscopy — parasite and infection diagnosis
- Urinalysis — UTI and kidney indicators
- CBC — infection, anemia, inflammation markers
- Dengue NS1/IgM — the endemic fever test
- Typhoid, malaria — the travel-specific febrile workup
When the Lab Decides the Treatment
The test result that distinguishes bacterial from parasitic diarrhea changes the antibiotic choice; the dengue confirmation changes the monitoring; the urinalysis confirms the UTI that the symptoms suggested. The lab turns the differential into the diagnosis — the informed treatment rather than the empiric guess.
The Test Cost
Lab test cost — the ~$12-28 typical (the CBC, the stool, the blood panel that is priced upfront). For the diagnostic, the itemized that is confirmed before the draw.
The Package Value
Lab package — the bundled panel (the combined that may be cheaper than the individual). For the multi-test need, the package that is quoted.
The Panel Cost
Lab panel — the ~$12-40 (the CBC/metabolic/urine that is priced). For the tested, the bundled that is the value.
The Turnaround
Lab turnaround — the same/next-day (the resulted that is the speed). For the urgent, the fast that is the service.
What lab tests does the clinic offer?
In-house rapid tests (60-minute turnaround): stool microscopy, urinalysis, CBC (blood count), quantitative CRP, dengue NS1/IgM, typhoid tests, malaria tests, pregnancy tests, and basic chemistry panels. For tests beyond our in-house capability, we coordinate with partner labs.
How fast are lab results?
Most in-house tests return results within 60 minutes — the speed that lets treatment decisions happen at the same visit. The stool test result while you wait beats the multi-day send-out delay that postpones diagnosis.
Do I need an appointment for lab tests?
Walk-in works — for standalone tests (like a stool sample) the visit is brief. For tests combined with consultation, the normal consultation process includes ordering the appropriate labs.
What do lab tests cost?
Most common tests: $5–20. Stool microscopy ~$10, urinalysis ~$8, CBC ~$12, dengue test ~$15. Pricing is transparent and quoted before tests are performed. The total visit cost is consultation fee plus any tests ordered.
Can I get copies of my results?
Yes — all results are provided in English with international-standard formatting. For insurance claims or home physician records, the complete lab report travels with you or is provided digitally.
