UCH Universal Laboratory Upgrades to COBAS Pure Integrated Solution to Boost Diagnostic Services

The University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, has strengthened its diagnostic capabilities with the installation of a COBAS pure integrated solution at its Universal Laboratory.

The cutting-edge equipment was delivered by ROCHE Diagnostics on January 6, 2026, marking a significant upgrade from the previous COBAS 6000 analyser.

The equipment was officially received by Dr. Richard Akpan, Head of the Universal Laboratory, who described the upgrade as both timely and essential. He noted that the former analyser had become outdated, necessitating a transition to a more advanced platform to ensure accurate, reliable, and timely diagnostic results aligned with international standards.

The COBAS pure integrated solution offers several key advantages:

• Fully automated clinical chemistry and immunochemistry testing, enhancing workflow efficiency
• Up to 28 reagent positions, allowing uninterrupted testing
• Capacity to process up to 450 photometric tests, reducing turnaround time
• Standardised and traceable results, ensuring quality and consistency
• User-friendly interface, minimising manual errors
• Enhanced sample and reagent management, reducing downtime
• Compact and energy-efficient design, suited for modern laboratory operations

Dr. Akpan emphasised that this upgrade positions the UCH Universal Laboratory to deliver faster, more accurate diagnostics, critical for effective patient care and clinical decision-making.

The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Jesse Abiodun Otegbayo, reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to quality healthcare delivery, research, and medical training. He stated that the new system will strengthen UCH’s capacity to serve patients, clinicians, and researchers, while maintaining its status as a leading tertiary healthcare institution in Nigeria.

This strategic upgrade reflects UCH’s continuous investment in modern technology and its mission to provide world-class diagnostic services.