Blood Sciences Laboratory

The Pathology department in UHK has implemented an automated tracked Blood-sciences solution. The solution consists of automated pre-analytics, on-track centrifugation, sample sorting, decapping, recapping, aliquoting and archiving, in addition to an online sample storage unit connected to track.

The track ensures the analysis of Clinical chemistry, Immunoassay, and Haematology samples all on the one automated solution. This track is accommodated the pre-designed Blood-sciences space in the new Laboratory. The area also accommodates serum protein electrophoresis, autoimmune serology and allergy screening.

“As a profession we aim to deliver a highly efficient and effective service. This state-of-the-art automated solution in a purpose designed new laboratory space allows us to provide an efficient service to our users and give us scope to expand our services” said Dr. Grace Creedon, Laboratory Manager, at UHK

The Laboratory Blood bank space accommodates two newly commissioned Blood Group analysers and the new Microbiology Laboratory is designed to accommodate the increased molecular testing developments which have occurred over the past number of years while also accommodating the traditional Microbiology testing equipment and techniques.

The €6.75million development of this 1,200 sq.m. state of the art Laboratory opened in 2024 with the transfer of all laboratory services completed in Q1 2025.

With the new Pathology Laboratory, the investment signals the opportunity for significant career development  for staff. The department currently has opportunities for all grades of Medical Scientists in Blood Transfusion, Haematology, Biochemistry and Microbiology.

In addition the role of the Laboratory aid is highly valued in the laboratory with opportunities for laboratory aides to assist scientists in each department.  This is an exciting opportunity for anyone interested in Medical science to be part of the future of Healthcare in Kerry and to develop their career in a modern laboratory environment.

Teamwork is highly valued at UHK – individual strengths are recognised and celebrated, and there is a commitment to advancing the careers of everyone. Management within UHK are also developing further opportunities for candidates to avail of significant bursary and CPD development.

Posts are frequently advertised in all departments, and prospective candidates are asked to log on to the Careers Page for further details about the roles and the development of the new Laboratory at UHK.

Primary sample collection manual.