Who We Are
A privately owned, NPHL accredited clinical laboratory committed to precision, quality, and advancing diagnostic medicine in Nepal since 2021.
Our Identity
Built on Science, Driven by Quality
Established in 2021, Life Quest Clinical Lab is an NPHL accredited independent laboratory at Maharajgunj-03, Panipokhari, Kathmandu. We offer complete Molecular Pathology Services — including NGS, FISH, and immunohistochemistry — under one roof.
Quality management follows the PDCA cycle, ensuring every result meets global benchmarks through continuous improvement and rigorous quality assurance.
Quality Management
Our PDCA Quality Policy
We adhere to the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle in our quality management processes to ensure reliable results. This iterative method allows us to plan and implement changes, monitor outcomes, and make necessary adjustments for continuous improvement.
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Our Leadership
The Team Behind Life Quest
Rakesh Pokhrel
Managing Director/Founder
Prem Raj Pokhrel
Executive Director/Co-Founder
Dr. Deliya Paudel
Consultant Pathologist/ Lab Head
Amrit Kandel
Executive Advisor
Govinda Prasad Dahal
Advisor
Our Purpose
Driven by Mission & Vision
Our Mission
Our laboratory’s mission is to provide high quality laboratory services at reasonable prices in the shortest time possible with the importance on quality and complete client contentment.
Our Vision
To ensure that the entire laboratory examination procedures conducted give accuracy, reliable and the highest quality results.
Why Life Quest
Why Choose Life Quest for Laboratory Testing
Uncompromising Quality Standards
PDCA cycle-based quality management ensures every result meets the strictest benchmarks.
Expert Team of Professionals
Pathologists, biochemists, microbiologists and technologists with decades of combined experience.
Fast & Reliable Results
Fast, accurate results delivered promptly. STAT services for urgent cases at hospitals and clinics.
Patient-Centered Care
Compassionate service, transparent pricing, and home sample collection for your convenience.
Comprehensive Testing Services
526+ tests covering biochemistry, hematology, molecular, histopathology and more.
Commitment to Innovation
Continuously investing in cutting-edge equipment and advanced diagnostic technology to stay at the forefront of laboratory medicine.
Trusted by Healthcare Providers
Preferred reference laboratory for hospitals, clinics and specialists across Nepal.
Leadership
Message from the Director
Rakesh Pokhrel
Managing Director / Founder
MSc. Clinical Biochemistry, IOM
MSc. Total Quality Management
At Life Quest Clinical Lab, our mission is to empower better healthcare through precision, reliability, and affordability. We understand the vital role that accurate diagnostic results play in shaping medical decisions and improving patient outcomes.
Our commitment to excellence is unwavering. We are dedicated to providing the highest standards of accuracy, reliability, and precision in every diagnostic service we offer. From advanced technology to a team of highly skilled professionals, we leave no stone unturned in ensuring that every result meets the strictest quality benchmarks.
Quality is not just a goal; it's our promise. We continuously invest in cutting-edge equipment, rigorous training, and robust quality control processes to ensure that our services are at the forefront of diagnostic innovation. Our mission is to empower healthcare providers and patients with the confidence they need to make informed decisions.
Our commitment to continuous improvement, ethical practices, and exceptional customer service sets us apart in delivering the highest quality of care.
Thank you for placing your trust in us. Together, we strive for a dependable diagnosis.
Global Recognition
IFCC Professional Exchange Program
Life Quest is the first and only clinical laboratory in Nepal to host the IFCC Professional Exchange Program — welcoming international laboratory professionals and advancing global standards of diagnostic medicine.
Read the Full IFCC Story
Ms. Laura Gomez Martinez at Life Quest
Hospital Clínico San Carlos, Madrid, Spain
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