Laboratory Services
World-class diagnostic and research laboratory facilities accredited to international standards.
Accredited Excellence
The BRTI laboratory is registered with the Health Professions Council and accredited for ISO 15189 standards of operation. For quality assurance, the lab subscribes to the Zimbabwe National Quality Assurance Programme (ZINQAP) and several External Quality Assurance schemes including the College of American Pathologists (CAP).
BRTI laboratories operate at two locations: a general Microbiology laboratory at 10 Seagrave Road, Avondale, Harare, and a TB laboratory at the National Reference Laboratory, Harare Hospital.
World-Class Facilities
Laboratory Services
BRTI operates ISO-accredited laboratories at two locations in Harare, providing molecular diagnostics, microbiology, and TB testing with participation in international external quality assurance programmes.
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ISO Accredited Laboratories
Our laboratories are accredited to ISO 15189 standards and registered with the Health Professions Council of Zimbabwe.
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Viral Load Testing
Molecular assays for detection and quantification of viral loads, including HIV viral load monitoring and ARV resistance testing.
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Molecular Diagnostics
Advanced molecular diagnostics including GeneXpert TB testing, culture, identification, and drug sensitivity testing.
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Research Support Services
Comprehensive laboratory support for clinical trials, epidemiological studies, and operational research across Zimbabwe.
Testing
Diagnostics
Comprehensive diagnostic services supporting clinical care and research across Zimbabwe.
Molecular Diagnostics
Molecular assays for detection and quantification of viral loads, ARV resistance testing, and pathogen genotyping for HIV and other infectious diseases.
TB Diagnostics
GeneXpert point-of-care molecular TB testing, culture, identification, and drug sensitivity testing at the National Microbiology Reference Laboratory.
Microbiology
Culture, identification, and drug sensitivity testing of bacterial diseases, plus parasitology and mycology services at the main Avondale premises.
Studies
Research Support
BRTI laboratories provide comprehensive support for research studies, from sample processing and storage through to molecular analysis and data reporting. Our team supports diagnostic evaluations, clinical trials, and epidemiological studies across HIV, TB, malaria, and other infectious diseases.
External investigators conducting research in Zimbabwe can access BRTI laboratory services and IRB review. Contact our team to discuss your research requirements and collaboration opportunities.
Request Laboratory Services
Contact our laboratory team to discuss diagnostic testing, research support, or collaboration opportunities.