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KARACHI, Oct 21 (APP):The Sindh Healthcare Commission (SHCC) has announced a significant reduction in prices for Dengue, Malaria, and CBC tests, from October 21st to December 31st, 2025.
This move aims to provide relief to patients and make healthcare more affordable.
Dr. Ahson Qavi Siddiqi, CEO SHCC, said that the decision was taken to provide benefit to the general public, as doctors were referring patients for these tests during increasing cases of malaria and dengue in Sindh.
“The SHCC took this decision to provide benefits to the general public,” he said, adding that the fixed rates will be applicable till December 31st, 2025.
ICT Malaria Test has been reduced from up to Rs. 3,050 to Rs. 600. The Dengue NS 1 Ag (ICT/ELISA) Test now costs Rs. 1,100, down from up to Rs. 4,550. Dengue Ig M/ Combo Test is available for Rs. 1,500, reduced from up to Rs. 4,150. CBC with Smear Test, including follow-up CBC for Dengue cases, is now Rs. 500, down from up to Rs. 1,250.
Several prominent laboratories, including Aga Khan University Hospital, Dr. Essa Laboratory & Diagnostic Centers, and Chughtai Laboratory, have agreed to offer these tests at the reduced rates across the Sindh.
The SHCC advises laboratories already offering lower or equal rates to continue with the same.
This initiative is expected to benefit patients and promote rational prescription practices among doctors.