ECUSTA Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory Complex
Now active in Addis Ababa: Bridging institutional clinical excellence with high-throughput laboratory automation. Serving hospital referrals while empowering Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) students with real-world diagnostic mastery.
Chemistry · Hematology · Molecular · Pathology · Research
DxC 700 AU · AU480 · DxH 900 · Access 2 Platforms
Rapid STAT Turnaround For Critical Panels
Daily Hands-On Practicum for MLS Undergraduates
The Premier Training Ground for Medical Laboratory Scientists
Unlike conventional degree programs restricted to didactic simulations, ECUSTA Medical Laboratory Science (MLS / MLT) undergraduates train directly inside an active, hospital-grade reference facility. Students master automated clinical analyzers, run quality control assays, and perform molecular PCR testing under the direct supervision of certified laboratory leadership.
United in Purpose: High-Level Government & Church Leaders Tour Facility
In a landmark inspection tour, Ethiopia's Deputy Prime Minister H.E. Temesgen Tiruneh, Minister of Health Dr. Mekdes Daba, and Prime Minister Advisor Deacon Daniel Kibret visited the Advanced Diagnostic Laboratory alongside Metropolitan Archbishop Cardinal Berhaneyesus Souraphiel and University President Br. Kassu McFantaye, affirming the facility's clinical readiness and vital national role.
“This institution will increase the country's capacity to diagnose and treat patients — the cleanliness, hygiene, and technological deployment of this facility should serve as an example for healthcare institutions nationwide.”— H.E. Temesgen Tiruneh, Deputy Prime Minister of Ethiopia
Facility Location
ECUSTA Health Sciences Complex, Lebu Area, Addis Ababa
Five Diagnostic Divisions Operating with International Rigor
Each division operates with dedicated analytical automation, multi-tier quality control, and electronic LIS integration for fast and dependable results.
Clinical Chemistry & Metabolic Profiling
Beckman Coulter AU480 · DxC 700 AU · ISE Potentiometry
High-throughput automated biochemistry running liver, renal, lipid, cardiac, and glycemic panels with priority emergency response.
Hematology, Coagulation & Immunoassays
Beckman Coulter DxH 900 · Access 2 · Chemiluminescence
Flagship 5-part differential cellular analysis combined with high-sensitivity chemiluminescent immunoassays for hormones, tumor markers, and cardiac troponins.
Molecular Diagnostics & HPV Genotyping
Real-Time PCR · High-Risk HPV · GeneXpert MTB/RIF
BSL-2 compliant molecular suite providing automated nucleic acid extraction, viral load monitoring, and pathogen genotyping.
Pathology & Cytology Services
Optika Italy B-510 · Surgical Biopsies · FNAC · Liquid Cytology
Complete histopathology grossing, paraffin embedding, microtomy, and multi-tier certified pathologist slide sign-off.
Research Support & Quality Reference Hub
IRB Protocols · EQA Proficiency · Method Validation
Specialized analytical infrastructure supporting clinical research trials, graduate theses, and national quality assessment benchmarking.
Hospital & Physician Referrals
Partner hospitals, regional clinics, and attending physicians can order routine or STAT testing with electronic requisition and priority result delivery.
Inside the Diagnostic Facility
Certified ISO & BSL-2 Diagnostic Workflow
Central Diagnostic Hall
Panoramic view of the main diagnostic floor housing automated analyzer bays and certified clinical technologists.
Location & Hours
Health Sciences Complex, ECUSTA Campus
Nefas Silk Lafto / Lebu Area, Addis Ababa
Mon – Fri: 8:00 – 17:30 · Sat: 8:30 – 13:00
Specimen & Referral Line
Healthcare providers and referring physicians may contact the diagnostic intake desk directly:
Digital Portal & Inquiries
Access full divisional catalogs, physician order guides, and institutional collaborations:
https://lab.ecu.edu.et