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Diagnostics

Reference-grade testing with a 24-hour turn-around.

Four interconnected laboratories deliver molecular, serology, sequencing and chemistry support for outbreak investigations and patient care.

24h
Turn-around
BSL-3
Containment
4
Laboratories
3
Support investigations
WGS
Sequencing
Mobile
Deployments
Laboratory personnel at work
Capabilities

An integrated diagnostic ecosystem.

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Diagnostic & Research Lab

Biosafety Level 3 containment for safe handling of high-consequence specimens.

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VHF Panel

Lassa fever, Ebola, Dengue and Yellow fever — molecular and serology workflows.

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Respiratory Pathogens

COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses with confirmatory sequencing.

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Mpox & Emerging Threats

Reference confirmation for Mpox and other priority emerging pathogens.

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Support Investigations

Chemistry, haematology and microbiology supporting clinical case management.

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Mobile Laboratory

Rapid field deployment for outbreak surge response across Nigeria.

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Sequencing & Bioinformatics

Whole-genome sequencing pipelines feeding national surveillance.

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Dedicated Molecular Lab

Separated research workstreams safeguarding diagnostic integrity.

Sample submission

Submit a clinical or research sample.

Healthcare facilities, public health authorities and research collaborators can submit specimens through standard chain-of-custody protocols. Contact our laboratory coordination desk for packaging guidance and submission forms.

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IVEPCR
IVEPCR

Institute of Viral and Emergent Pathogens Control and Research — a national reference centre for emerging infectious diseases at Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Edo State, Nigeria.

Established 2007 · Formerly Institute of Lassa Fever Research and Control

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