Healit Diagnostic Laboratory

27/01/2026

I KNOW SOMEONE IS THINKING ABOUT GOLD FROM MUFUMBWE! NO! THESE ARE GALL STONES. 😄

WHAT ARE GALLSTONES? (And why they matter)

This image shows a gallbladder removed during surgery, containing multiple gallstones.

Gallstones are hardened deposits that form inside the gallbladder, a small organ under the liver that stores bile, which helps digest fats.

Many people have gallstones and don’t know it… until problems start.

🔎 How do gallstones form?

Gallstones develop when bile becomes unbalanced. This can happen when:
• There is too much cholesterol in bile
• The gallbladder doesn’t empty properly
• Bile salts and pigments crystallize over time

These tiny crystals slowly grow into stones; sometimes one, sometimes dozens like in this case.

⚠️ Symptoms people may experience:

• Pain in the upper right abdomen (especially after fatty meals)
• Nausea or vomiting
• Bloating
• Pain that spreads to the back or right shoulder

Some stones stay silent. Others cause serious problems.

🚨 Possible complications

Gallstones can block ducts and lead to:
• Gallbladder infection (cholecystitis)
• Jaundice (yellowing of eyes/skin)
• Pancreatitis
• Bile duct obstruction

These can become emergencies.

🧪 Where pathology comes in

When the gallbladder is removed, it is sent to the laboratory. A pathologist examines it to:
• Confirm inflammation
• Look for infection or complications
• Rule out unexpected diseases, including early cancer

Even “routine” surgeries have important diagnostic work happening behind the scenes.

🩺 Take-home message

Persistent upper abdominal pain after meals is not something to ignore. Early medical review prevents complications.

Gallstones are common, but complications don’t have to be.

26/01/2026

No woman should lose her life to cervical cancer.
Early detection saves lives. Visit Healit Diagnostic Laboratory today for your Pap smear and HPV screening. Prevention starts with one test.

CERVICAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH | JANUARY 🎗️

This January, RDAZ joins the global call to end cervical cancer.
Through prevention, early screening, HPV vaccination, and timely treatment, cervical cancer is preventable — and no woman should die from it.

RDAZ remains committed to advocacy, awareness, and strengthening access to life-saving cervical cancer services across Zambia.

23/01/2026

🩺 A note to surgeons in Lusaka
As surgeons, you make decisive calls in theatre — but the final clinical direction often depends on one thing:
The histopathology report.
At Healit Diagnostic Laboratory, every biopsy is reported locally by consultant pathologists, not outsourced, not delayed across borders.
That means:
✔ Clear margins explained, not just stated
✔ Clinicopathological correlation you can actually discuss
✔ Faster turnaround times that match surgical urgency
✔ Direct access to the reporting pathologist when clarity matters
Histopathology works best when surgeons and pathologists function as one clinical team, not strangers connected by a piece of paper.
If you value precision, speed, and accountability in your biopsy reports, let’s collaborate — for better patient outcomes.
📍 Lusaka
🔬 Histopathology | Cytology | Special stains
🤝 Pathologist-led diagnostics

LT COL (RTD) Dr. Chomba Chama MD, MMED PATH, FZCMS.
Director and Consultant Pathologist.

Healit Diagnostic Laboratory delivers advanced diagnostic services across Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunochemistry, Serology, Microbiology, Cytology, Histopathology, and Molecular testing, empowering healthcare providers with results they can trust

10/01/2026

🧬 MOLECULAR TESTING YOU CAN TRUST 🧬

Fast • Accurate • Reliable PCR Diagnostics.

Stay ahead with our advanced Molecular Testing Profile, designed for early detection and precise results:

✔ HPV PCR
✔ MTB PCR
✔ Chlamydia PCR
✔ Gonorrhea PCR
✔ Influenza PCR
✔ COVID-19 PCR

✨ Why choose us?
🔬 High-sensitivity PCR technology
⏱️ Rapid turnaround time
📊 Clinically reliable results
Early detection saves lives. Test with confidence today.

Working Hours
Monday to Friday
08:00 -17:00hrs
Saturday: 08:00-12:30
Sunday & Holidays: Closed

📍 Visit us: 6 Lubu Rd Longacres. Lusaka| 📞 Call us | 📲 WhatsApp us +260969361001

06/01/2026

It’s January, Cervical Cancer Awareness Month is here! Let’s talk about it! Did you know cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers, yet it’s still a leading cause of cancer deaths in Zambia? Screening, HPV vaccine, and awareness are key! Let’s get screened and encourage our loved ones to do the same! 👩‍⚕️

Healit Diagnostic Laboratory delivers advanced diagnostic services across Hematology, Clinical Chemistry, Immunochemistry, Serology, Microbiology, Cytology, Histopathology, and Molecular testing, empowering healthcare providers with results they can trust

01/12/2025

🌍❤️ World AIDS Day 2025

Today, we stand together to honour the strength of those living with HIV, remember the lives lost, and reaffirm our commitment to a future free from stigma and discrimination.

At Healit Zambia, we care because every person deserves dignity, compassion, and access to quality healthcare. HIV affects real people—our families, our friends, our communities—and acknowledging this day reminds us that support, education, and early treatment save lives.

Together, we can build a healthier, more informed, and more compassionate Zambia.

17/11/2025

🩺 Cervical Cancer Screening at Healit Diagnostic laboratory.
📍 6 Lubu Road, Longacres, Lusaka
📞 +260 969 361 001
✉️ info@healitzambia.com

Why get screened?
Cervical cancer is one of the most preventable cancers when caught early. A simple screening test can detect changes in the cervix before they become cancerous — giving you peace of mind and protecting your health.

What we offer at Healit Diagnostic Laboratory :

A comfortable, private environment for your screening.

Experienced, caring professionals.

Convenient sample collection and timely results from our in-house laboratory.

A broader women’s health screening package if you’d like to check other key indicators (thyroid, cholesterol, blood sugar, etc).

How to book:
Call us at +260 969 361 001 or email info@healitzambia.com to schedule your appointment. Walk-ins welcome Monday-Friday 08:00-17:00, Saturdays 08:00-14:00.

Your health matters. Don’t wait — early detection saves lives. Book your cervical screening today.

07/09/2025

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month!
Take charge of your health with Healit Diagnostic Laboratory.

🎗️ Special Offer: Get 30% OFF on Prostate Screening Test throughout this month.
Early detection saves lives — don’t wait until it’s too late.

📍 Visit us at Healit Diagnostic Laboratory
📞 Call us today to book your appointment
+260969361001

Your health, our priority. 💙

22/07/2025

Pathologists are undoubtedly the central focus of a successful pathology practice. At Healit Pathology Laboratory; our consultant pathologists are not only responsible for management decisions, but are intimately involved in all clinical and ethical matters. Our Pathologists pride themselves on their close relationship with our referring doctors and they recognize the importance of comprehensive consultative service.
Even more important, the continual guidance provided by them determine the quality and integrity of our whole service. Although our practice obviously must remain commercially viable, the medical influence provided by our Pathologists ensure that purely commercial considerations never take precedence over ethical and professional standards.

20/07/2025

Precision. Speed. Reliability.

At Healit Pathology Laboratory, our Microbiology Department is built for accuracy-driven diagnostics. We use advanced culture techniques and rapid molecular testing to detect and identify bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections with clinical precision. Our team ensures timely results to support prompt treatment decisions, enhancing patient outcomes. Whether it's routine screening or complex infectious disease diagnostics -- Healit delivers certainty, not guesswork!

17/07/2025

Antibiotics can cause yeast infections, especially in women. Here's why:

🔬 Why it happens:

Antibiotics kill both harmful and beneficial bacteria. In areas like the mouth, gut, or va**na, healthy bacteria (like Lactobacillus) help keep yeast (like Candida) in check. When antibiotics wipe out too many good bacteria, yeast can grow unchecked, leading to an infection.

📍 Common types of yeast infections after antibiotics:

Vaginal yeast infections (itching, discharge, irritation)
Oral thrush (white patches in the mouth)
Skin yeast infections (especially in moist areas)

🛡️ How to reduce your risk:

Take probiotics during and after antibiotic use (like yogurt with live cultures or probiotic supplements).
Wear breathable cotton underwear and avoid tight-fitting clothes.
Maintain good hygiene, but avoid overwashing or using harsh soaps in sensitive areas.

If you get frequent yeast infections after antibiotics, talk to your healthcare provider. They may prescribe antifungal medication or suggest preventive strategies.

11/07/2025

MINISTRY OF HEALTH RECENTLY CONFIRMED AN OUTBREAK OF MENINGITIS IN MWENSE DISTRICT.

Below are some of the points you need to know about Meningitis.

Meningitis is a serious medical condition where the protective membranes (meninges) covering the brain and spinal cord become inflamed, usually due to an infection. Here's a quick overview:

🔍 Causes of Meningitis

1. Infectious causes:

Bacterial meningitis (most severe)
Viral meningitis (more common, less severe)
Fungal meningitis (mainly in immunocompromised individuals)
Parasitic or amebic meningitis (rare)

2. Non-infectious causes:

Autoimmune diseases (e.g., lupus)
Drug-induced
Cancer-related

⚠️ Common Symptoms

Sudden high fever
Severe headache
Stiff neck
Nausea or vomiting
Sensitivity to light (photophobia)
Confusion or altered mental status
Seizures
In infants: bulging fontanelle, irritability, poor feeding

⚡Risk Factors
Age (infants & young children)
Unvaccinated individuals
Weakened immune system
Living in communal settings (e.g., dormitories)