World-Class Laboratory Infrastructure

IFAIN operates one of the most advanced infectious disease research laboratories in West Africa — housing specialist equipment that enables rapid molecular diagnostics, antimicrobial resistance surveillance, haematology screening, and long-term biobanking.

Our Capability

Science Requires the Right Tools

IFAIN's laboratory capability is the foundation of every study we conduct. Our investment in specialist equipment — much of it among the very few in West Africa — allows us to generate data of the quality expected by international journals, global health funders, and regulatory bodies.

From automated antimicrobial susceptibility testing to multiplex PCR capable of identifying 20+ pathogens simultaneously, our facilities enable the kind of rigorous, reproducible science that translates into policy change and clinical practice.

10+ Specialist Instruments
BSL-2 Biosafety Level
GCP Compliant Standards
<1hr Pathogen ID Time
IFAIN Laboratory, Abuja

What Our Lab Enables

End-to-End Infectious Disease Research Capacity

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Molecular DiagnosticsPCR, nucleic acid extraction, multiplex pathogen detection
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Microbiology & CultureAutomated organism ID and antimicrobial susceptibility testing
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Haematology ScreeningSickle cell disease, haemoglobin variants, newborn screening
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Blood Culture & SepsisAutomated continuous monitoring for bacteraemia detection
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Biobanking at −80°CLong-term specimen preservation for future research
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BSL-2 BiosafetyHEPA-filtered containment for infectious specimen handling
Sterilisation & WasteAutoclave infrastructure for media, glassware and biohazardous waste
Category:
Molecular Diagnostics

Bact ALERT Automated Blood Culture System

Molecular Diagnostics

BioFire FilmArray Multiplex PCR System

-80°C Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer Molecular Diagnostics

-80°C Ultra-Low Temperature Freezer

Biosafety Level 2(BSL-2)Biological Safety Cabinet Molecular Diagnostics

Biosafety Level 2(BSL-2)Biological Safety Cabinet

The vertical steam steriliser (media autoclave) Molecular Diagnostics

The vertical steam steriliser (media autoclave)

Interested in Research Collaboration?

Our laboratory infrastructure supports collaborative studies, joint grants, and visiting researcher programmes.