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Pharmacy Research & Testing Services

Cost-Effective & Comprehensive Testing for Researchers

Operated as a pre–spin-off initiative of Superior University, Lahore, the Pharmacy Research & Testing Services Laboratory is dedicated exclusively to advancing scientific research and pharmaceutical innovation. We provide a one-roof solution for researchers by offering a comprehensive range of analytical, toxicological, biochemical, microbiological, and phytochemical testing services.

Whether you are conducting drug interaction studies, phytochemical investigations, toxicity evaluations, or formulation-related research, our facility ensures reliable, reproducible, and high-quality data to support academic and industrial R&D.

Testing Services & Pricing

Note: The following services are offered strictly for animal-based pharmaceutical and biomedical research only.

We offer competitive and transparent pricing for a wide range of research-oriented tests. Our standard service catalog is listed below for your convenience.

  1. Acute toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  2. Chronic toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  3. Sub-acute toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  4. Histopathology studies of toxicity – PKR 3,000 per organ
  5. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity – PKR 12,000
  1. CBC – PKR 1,000
  2. Blood glucose – PKR 600
  3. Lipid profile (Triglycerides, Cholesterol, Direct LDL, HDL, VLDL) – PKR 3,000
  4. NEFA (Non-Esterified Fatty Acids) – PKR 3,000
  5. Plasma lactate – PKR 1,500
  6. Serum uric acid – PKR 800
  7. RFTs (Creatinine, Urea, BUN) – PKR 1,000
  8. LFTs (AST, ALT, ALP, Bilirubin, Total Protein, Albumin) – PKR 1,700
  9. Cardiac profile (CK, CK-MB, LDH) – PKR 3,000
  1. Antioxidant assays (DPPH, FRAP, Phosphomolybdenum, Hydrogen Peroxide) – PKR 5,000 per assay
  2. Antioxidant assays with IC₅₀ determination – PKR 8,000 per assay
  3. Total antioxidant enzymes (SOD & Glutathione Peroxidase) – PKR 4,000
  1. Qualitative phytochemical screening – PKR 5,000
  2. Quantitative analysis of polyphenols – PKR 4,000
  3. Quantitative analysis of flavonoids – PKR 4,000
  4. Quantitative analysis of glycosaponins – PKR 4,000
  5. Quantitative analysis of carbohydrates – PKR 4,000
  6. Quantitative analysis of proteins – PKR 4,000
  7. Quantitative analysis of lipids – PKR 4,000
  8. TLC profiling – PKR 3,500 per phytochemical
  9. UV/Vis spectroscopy profiling – PKR 3,000
  10.  
  1. Total ash value – PKR 800
  2. Acid-insoluble ash – PKR 800
  3. Water-soluble ash – PKR 800
  4. Sulphated ash – PKR 800
  5. Moisture content analysis – PKR 800
  6. Alcohol-soluble extractive value – PKR 800
  7. Water-soluble extractive value – PKR 800
  8. Complete physicochemical characterization package – PKR 4,500
  1. Blood culture & sensitivity – PKR 4,000
  2. Urine culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  3. Stool culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  4. Swab culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  5. Fluid culture & sensitivity – PKR 3,000
  6. Fungal culture & sensitivity – PKR 3,000
  7. Gram stain (any specimen) – PKR 700
  8. Gram stain (any specimen) – PKR 700

Services Not Offered

To maintain regulatory clarity and ethical compliance, the following services are not provided at this facility:

● Human clinical diagnostic testing or patient-based investigations

● Veterinary diagnostic services for pets or livestock

● Infectious disease diagnostic panels (human or veterinary)

● Rapid kit–based screening tests

● Feed analysis and commercial food safety testing

● Hormonal or biomarker testing intended for clinical decision-making

All testing activities are limited to research protocols using laboratory animal samples only.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is the intended use of these testing services?

All tests are offered strictly for research and development purposes only, including academic research, postgraduate projects, and pharmaceutical R&D.

2. Are human samples tested at this facility?

No. All tests are performed exclusively on laboratory animal samples. Human clinical samples are not accepted under any circumstances.

3. Who can avail these services?

Our services are available to researchers, academic institutions, postgraduate and doctoral students, and pharmaceutical or biotechnology organizations.

4. Are animal-based studies conducted at this facility?

Yes. Studies such as acute, sub-acute, and chronic toxicity evaluations are conducted on approved laboratory animals (e.g., mice and rats) strictly for research purposes only.

5. What are the charges for animal-based research studies?

Rates for animal studies are clearly listed in the service catalog. Charges apply only to research procedures and are not related to veterinary treatment or commercial diagnostics.

6. Do you follow ethical guidelines for animal research?

Yes. All animal-based studies are performed in compliance with institutional ethical committee approvals and national research ethics guidelines.

7. Do you collaborate with external diagnostic laboratories?

Yes. The laboratory operates under a formal Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CADx Chughtai Lab for academic, research, and technical collaboration where required.

8. Do you provide testing for finished pharmaceutical products?

Yes. IPQC and finished product testing is available at a rate of PKR 10,000 for research and quality evaluation purposes.

Usage Policy & Disclaimer

Strictly for Research & Development Use

This laboratory operates solely for pharmaceutical and biomedical research purposes.

● Research-Only Focus: All services are intended for drug interaction studies, efficacy evaluations, formulation development, and academic research.

● Animal Samples Only: All experimental and analytical tests are performed exclusively on laboratory animal samples (e.g., mice, rats, and other approved research animals). No human samples are accepted or tested.

● No Diagnostic Services: We do not provide testing for individual patient care, clinical diagnosis, or treatment monitoring.

● Regulatory & Ethical Compliance: All testing activities are conducted following institutional ethical approvals and established scientific best practices.

Contact Us

For R&D collaborations, please contact:

Dr. Kanwal Ashiq
Email: kanwal.ashiq@superior.edu.pk

Dr. Marium Ahsan

Email: marium.ahsan@superior.edu.pk   

For pricing details, and sample submission guidelines, please contact:

Mr. Rehmat Masih
Email: rehmat.masih@superior.edu.pk
Phone/WhatsApp: +92 333 4392385

Address:
Faculty of Pharmacy, Superior University
17 KM Raiwind Road, Lahore, Pakistan

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Manager Innovation and Commercialization, ORIC

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Assistant Manager Innovation & Commercialization, ORIC

  1. Acute toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  2. Chronic toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  3. Sub-acute toxicity studies – PKR 15,000
  4. Histopathology studies of toxicity – PKR 3,000 per organ
  5. In vitro anti-inflammatory activity – PKR 12,000
  1. CBC – PKR 1,000
  2. Blood glucose – PKR 600
  3. Lipid profile (Triglycerides, Cholesterol, Direct LDL, HDL, VLDL) – PKR 3,000
  4. NEFA (Non-Esterified Fatty Acids) – PKR 3,000
  5. Plasma lactate – PKR 1,500
  6. Serum uric acid – PKR 800
  7. RFTs (Creatinine, Urea, BUN) – PKR 1,000
  8. LFTs (AST, ALT, ALP, Bilirubin, Total Protein, Albumin) – PKR 1,700
  9. Cardiac profile (CK, CK-MB, LDH) – PKR 3,000
  1. Antioxidant assays (DPPH, FRAP, Phosphomolybdenum, Hydrogen Peroxide) – PKR 5,000 per assay
  2. Antioxidant assays with IC₅₀ determination – PKR 8,000 per assay
  3. Total antioxidant enzymes (SOD & Glutathione Peroxidase) – PKR 4,000
  1. Qualitative phytochemical screening – PKR 5,000
  2. Quantitative analysis of polyphenols – PKR 4,000
  3. Quantitative analysis of flavonoids – PKR 4,000
  4. Quantitative analysis of glycosaponins – PKR 4,000
  5. Quantitative analysis of carbohydrates – PKR 4,000
  6. Quantitative analysis of proteins – PKR 4,000
  7. Quantitative analysis of lipids – PKR 4,000
  8. TLC profiling – PKR 3,500 per phytochemical
  9. UV/Vis spectroscopy profiling – PKR 3,000
  10.  
  1. Total ash value – PKR 800
  2. Acid-insoluble ash – PKR 800
  3. Water-soluble ash – PKR 800
  4. Sulphated ash – PKR 800
  5. Moisture content analysis – PKR 800
  6. Alcohol-soluble extractive value – PKR 800
  7. Water-soluble extractive value – PKR 800
  8. Complete physicochemical characterization package – PKR 4,500
  1. Blood culture & sensitivity – PKR 4,000
  2. Urine culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  3. Stool culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  4. Swab culture & sensitivity – PKR 2,500
  5. Fluid culture & sensitivity – PKR 3,000
  6. Fungal culture & sensitivity – PKR 3,000
  7. Gram stain (any specimen) – PKR 700
  8. Gram stain (any specimen) – PKR 700

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