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Dr. Seema Agarwal Specialist Clinical Pathologist in Bur Dubai

Experienced pathology leadership supporting careful laboratory processes, quality assurance and clinically meaningful diagnostic information at Liverpool Medical Clinic.

Results need context: a laboratory value should be considered alongside symptoms, medical history and the requesting clinician’s assessment.

Dr. Seema Agarwal, Specialist Clinical Pathologist at Liverpool Medical Clinic in Bur Dubai
MD Pathology · MBBS
ISO 15189:2022 internal-auditor training
UAE-Licensed PathologistClinical pathology experience in Dubai since 2015
MD PathologyR. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, 2013
Laboratory DirectorQuality, reporting and laboratory governance
Multilingual ProfessionalEnglish, Hindi, Marwari and Bengali
Laboratory professionals handling diagnostic samples at Liverpool Medical Clinic
11+ years of pathology experienceLaboratory medicine, quality management and clinical leadership.
Meet Dr. Seema

Pathology expertise behind dependable laboratory information

Dr. Seema Agarwal is a Specialist Clinical Pathologist and Laboratory Director at Liverpool Medical Clinic. She holds an MD in Pathology and an MBBS, with professional experience spanning laboratory medicine, quality management, clinical leadership, teaching and research.

Since joining Liverpool Medical Clinic in February 2024, she has led laboratory quality-assurance responsibilities and supported the team through accreditation-focused work. Her role involves oversight of laboratory policies, internal and external quality programmes, report release, staff training and processes designed to make laboratory information consistent and clinically useful.

For people searching for a clinical pathologist in Bur Dubai, it is helpful to understand that a pathologist often works behind the scenes with laboratory professionals and treating clinicians. Dr. Seema’s work connects analytical quality with the medical context in which test results are used.

MD Pathology
R. G. Kar Medical College, Kolkata, 2013
MBBS with internship
Burdwan Medical College, 2008
ISO 15189:2022
Certified internal-auditor training for medical laboratories
Laboratory leadership
Director and quality-management responsibilities since 2015
Languages:EnglishHindiMarwariBengali
Clinical Pathology Expertise

Laboratory disciplines supported by clinical oversight

Availability and scope vary by investigation. Patients should share the exact test name or clinician’s request with the laboratory team before visiting.

Clinical Chemistry

Professional experience with routine biochemical investigations and the quality processes that support consistent analytical reporting.

Haematology

Experience with complete blood counts, peripheral blood-smear review, selected blood-parasite microscopy and HPLC chromatogram interpretation.

Clinical Pathology

Laboratory experience involving routine examination of specimens such as urine and stool when investigations are clinically requested.

Quality Assurance

Monitoring of internal and external quality programmes, review of laboratory performance and implementation of corrective or preventive processes.

Report Oversight

Responsibility for laboratory report release and attention to whether results, flags and documentation are handled within defined processes.

Earlier Tissue & Cytology Work

Earlier hands-on experience included routine histopathology, cytopathology, FNAC, fluid cytology and PAP-smear processing and interpretation.

Quality-Focused Leadership

Careful systems support trustworthy laboratory work

Laboratory quality is not based on one machine or one result. It depends on defined procedures, trained professionals, suitable controls, documented review and continuous improvement. As Laboratory Director, Dr. Seema helps coordinate these connected responsibilities and supports a culture in which unusual findings, quality indicators and process gaps receive appropriate attention.

Internal and external quality programmesMonitoring indicators that help evaluate analytical performance over time.
Policies and documentationEstablishing and updating laboratory procedures that guide consistent work.
Audit readinessPlanning internal-audit activity and supporting accreditation-focused quality review.
Team developmentTraining laboratory staff and reinforcing safe, reliable everyday practice.
Before a Laboratory Visit

Simple preparation can prevent delays or repeat visits

The correct preparation depends on the specific investigation. Contact the clinic instead of assuming that every blood test requires fasting.

Information to send or bring

  • The doctor’s request or exact test names, if provided
  • Emirates ID or another accepted identification document
  • Insurance details and any required approval information
  • A list of current medicines and relevant supplements
  • Previous results when a clinician is monitoring a trend
  • Questions about fasting, timing or specimen collection

Questions to ask in advance

  • Is the requested investigation currently available?
  • Do I need to fast, and for how many hours?
  • May I drink water or take regular medicines?
  • Is there a preferred collection time?
  • When and how will the result be provided?
  • Should I arrange a clinician’s review afterward?
Important: Do not stop prescribed medicines or make treatment decisions from a result without guidance from the clinician responsible for your care. Urgent or severe symptoms require medical assessment, not a laboratory visit alone.
The Laboratory Pathway

From test request to clinically useful information

The practical steps vary, but careful identification, preparation, collection and quality review all contribute to the usefulness of a result.

Confirm the test

Share the request so the team can check availability, timing and preparation.

Prepare correctly

Follow the instructions for fasting, medicines, water or collection timing.

Collect the sample

Identification and collection procedures help protect sample integrity.

Analyse and review

Defined controls and review processes support consistent reporting.

Discuss next steps

Your clinician interprets relevant findings alongside your medical context.

Training, Research & Experience

A pathology career grounded in laboratory medicine and quality

Dr. Seema completed her MD Pathology at R. G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in 2013 after earning her MBBS with rotating internship from Burdwan Medical College. Her early work included a Senior Residency in Kolkata before she moved into clinical pathology practice and laboratory leadership in Dubai.

She served at Primacare Speciality Clinic from 2015 to 2022, including responsibilities as Laboratory Director, Quality Manager and Medical Director. Her academic work includes a thesis on pancytopenia, two published case reports, oral research presentations and teaching for MBBS students and nursing staff.

Liverpool Medical ClinicLaboratory Director and quality-assurance responsibilities since February 2024.
Dubai laboratory leadershipClinical pathology, quality and medical-director roles from 2015 to 2022.
Research and publicationsPancytopenia research, cytology case reports and professional presentations.
Professional educationTeaching experience and workshops in flow cytometry and electron microscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions

Questions about Dr. Seema Agarwal and pathology services

Helpful information for patients and clinicians contacting Liverpool Medical Clinic’s laboratory in Bur Dubai.

Who is Dr. Seema Agarwal?

Dr. Seema Agarwal is a Specialist Clinical Pathologist and Laboratory Director at Liverpool Medical Clinic. She holds an MD Pathology and MBBS and has worked in UAE laboratory medicine and quality leadership since 2015.

Is Dr. Seema a clinical pathologist in Bur Dubai?

Yes. Dr. Seema is a Specialist Clinical Pathologist and Laboratory Director at Liverpool Medical Clinic in Al Raffa, Bur Dubai. Her role includes laboratory medicine, analytical quality, reporting processes and collaboration with treating clinicians.

Can I book an appointment directly with Dr. Seema?

Contact Liverpool Medical Clinic first. The team can confirm whether you need a laboratory visit, discussion with a treating clinician or another form of follow-up, and whether Dr. Seema is available for the requested purpose.

Does Dr. Seema personally perform every laboratory test?

Laboratory work is performed through a coordinated team and defined processes. A pathologist’s responsibilities may include medical oversight, quality systems, interpretation or report review. The exact workflow varies by investigation.

Which laboratory areas are part of her experience?

Her documented experience includes clinical chemistry, haematology, peripheral blood-smear work, clinical pathology and quality assurance. Earlier experience also included routine histopathology, cytopathology and FNAC-related work.

Are histopathology and cytology currently available at the clinic?

Service availability can change and some specimens may require a specific referral pathway. Send the exact investigation or clinician’s request to the clinic before visiting so the team can confirm the current arrangement.

Do all blood tests require fasting?

No. Fasting depends on the test and the clinician’s instructions. Ask the laboratory about your exact investigation, including whether you may drink water or take regular medicines. Do not stop medication without medical advice.

How should a laboratory result be interpreted?

Reference ranges are only one part of interpretation. Age, symptoms, medical history, medicines, previous results and the reason for testing may all matter. Discuss results with the clinician responsible for your care.

Will insurance cover my laboratory test?

Coverage depends on the insurer, network, policy, requested test and approval requirements. Send the clinic your insurance details and test request before visiting for a current eligibility check.

Where is Liverpool Medical Clinic’s laboratory?

Liverpool Medical Clinic is on Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road in Al Raffa, Bur Dubai. Call 04 337 9541 or WhatsApp the clinic to confirm test availability, preparation and opening hours.

Contact the Laboratory Team

Plan your laboratory visit in Bur Dubai

Send the exact test name or clinician’s request so the team can confirm availability, preparation requirements, reporting time and whether an appointment or medical review is appropriate.

Request laboratory information

Complete the form and the clinic team will contact you about availability and the appropriate next step.

Medical information: This page provides general information and does not replace individual medical advice. Test selection, preparation, interpretation and follow-up depend on the clinical situation. Contact emergency services for severe or urgent symptoms.