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About the department

The Department of Biochemistry at Coimbatore Medical College, established in 1966, has grown over its more than 50-year history into a cornerstone of medical education and research. Dedicated to advancing the understanding of chemical structures and processes underlying health and disease, the department excels in medical biochemistry, clinical chemistry, and molecular biology, with a focus on precision medicine. It has been offering the MD Biochemistry postgraduate course since 2017 with three seats annually and caters to undergraduate MBBS (200 seats/year) and various allied health science and paramedical programs. Operating a 24-hour biochemistry laboratory with rigorous quality control, the department ensures high standards in clinical diagnostics while fostering innovative research and community health services, solidifying its legacy as a vital academic and healthcare hub.

Email-id: [email protected]

HOD Desk

Dr. N. Dheeba Lakshmi, MBBS, MD

Head of the Deparment and Professor

Dr. N. Dheeba Lakshmi, MBBS, MD (Biochemistry), serves as the Head of the Department of Biochemistry at Coimbatore Medical College. With a robust academic and professional background, she leads the department in advancing medical education, research, and clinical services. As a member of the Association of Medical Biochemists of India (AMBI), she actively contributes to the field. Her administrative roles include serving as the NMC Nodal Officer and a member of the Anti-Ragging Committee, ensuring academic integrity and student welfare. Dr. Dheeba Lakshmi’s leadership drives the department’s commitment to quality education, innovative research, and community healthcare through a 24-hour biochemistry laboratory.

Faculties

DR N SELVARAJ
Dr.K.Indhu
Associate Professor
Prof. Sengottayan S serves as the Postgraduate Nodal Officer of the college and is also the Member Secretary of the Institutional Scientific Committee. In addition to these academic responsibilities, he holds the position of Vice President of the Student Cooperative Store, contributing to both administrative and student welfare activities.
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Dr.Arthi .T.S
Associate Professor
Dr. Arthi T. S. holds the position of Course In-Charge for Allied Health Sciences (AHS) and serves as the Nodal Officer for EDSS/IELS, overseeing academic coordination and educational support initiatives within the institution.
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Dr.T.Sangeetha
Assistant Professor
Dr. T. Sangeetha serves as the Course In-Charge for D. Pharmacy, managing the academic and administrative functions of the diploma program. Responsibilities also include acting as the Nodal Officer for HMIS-LIMS, ensuring effective integration of hospital management and laboratory information systems. Additionally, the role of Department NMC Nodal Officer is held, facilitating compliance with regulatory guidelines and academic standards set by the National Medical Commission.
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Dr.B.Anitha
Assistant Professor
Dr. B. Anitha serves as the Course In-Charge for DMLT, overseeing the academic management of the Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology program. Also holds the responsibility of Hospital Equipment In-Charge, ensuring the availability and maintenance of clinical instruments. Functions additionally as the Department NABH Nodal Officer, coordinating quality and accreditation-related tasks within the department. Overall College/Hospital Portfolio includes: Co-Coordinator & Member, Medical Education Unit Calibration Committee Member, Hospital NABH Department Representative, MANAM Program Staff Advisor, Tamil Mandram, College Council
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Dr.C. Anbumani
Tutor
DR N SELVARAJ
Dr.P.Pangajam
Tutor

Course Handling

Postgraduate

  • MD Biochemistry(3 seats/year, started in 2017)

Undergraduate

  • MBBS(200 seats/year)

Allied Health Sciences

  • B.Sc Cardiac Technology
  • B.Sc Renal Dialysis
  • B.Sc Physician Assistant

Diploma Courses

  • Diploma in Medical Laboratory Technology (DMLT)
  • Diploma in Pharmacy (D.Pharm)

Research and Publications

Ongoing research
  • Status of Borderline HbA2 Levels in Beta Thalassemia Carrier Screening in Antenatal Mothers in a Tertiary Care Hospital (PI: Dr. N. Dheeba Lakshmi)
  • Willingness of Terminally Ill Cancer Patients to Discuss End-of-Life Care: A Cross-Sectional Study on Patient Autonomy (PI: Dilshan, Co-PI: Dr. K. Indhu)
  • The Role of Thyroid Hormones in Mood and Behavioral Changes in Middle-Aged Women and Their Occupational Link (PI: Elanthendral Rameshkumar, Co-PI: Dr. B. Sobia)
  • Circulating Levels of Advanced Glycation End Products and Its Association with Receptor for Advanced Glycation End Products in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (PI: Dr. B. Anitha)
  • Prevalence and Pattern of Receptor for Advanced Glycation End Products (RAGE) Gene Mutation in Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (PI: Dr. B. Anitha)
Publications

[1] S. Raja, D. P, B. Pappa, and N. Deebalakshmi, “Evaluation of serum ferritin and D-Dimer levels in COVID-19 patients of an Indian care setting,” Arch. Med. Health Sci., vol. 10, pp. 197–199, 2022, doi: 10.4103/amhs.

[2] P. Gnanaprabha, K. Indhu, and S. Prarthana, “Correlation and practicality of spot urine protein to creatinine and albumin-to-creatinine ratios compared to 24 hour urine protein measurement in Type 2 diabetes mellitus,” Int. J. Adv. Med. Pharm. Sci., vol. 7, pp. 467–471, 2025, Embase.

[3] B. S. Sobia and B. Anitha, “Allelic variant of CYBA gene [C242] in acute myocardial infarction,” Int. J. Sci. Res., vol. 14, pp. 4–6, 2025, doi: 10.36106/ijsr/4510834.

[4] V. Srishanmugapriya and K. R. Minu Meenakshi Devi, “Derangement of serum electrolytes in diabetic patients,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 13, p. 40, Oct. 2023, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[5] M. Sathiyanindhini and K. R. Minu Meenakshi Devi, “Serum Uric acid levels in Type 2 Diabetes mellitus – A case control study in a tertiary care hospital,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 13, p. 38, Oct. 2023, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[6] R. Suguna and N. Dheebalakshmi, “Study on dyslipidemia in subclinical hypothyroidism in a tertiary care hospital – A case control study,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 13, p. 10, Oct. 2023, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[7] P. S. Nalini, N. Dheebhalakshmi, and B. Anitha, “Role of serum 25-hydroxy cholecalciferol in Type 2 Diabetes mellitus in relation with glycemic status,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 13, p. 36, Oct. 2023, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[8] A. Kathija Begum, N. Dheebhalakshmi, and B. S. Sobia, “A study to assess diabetic care practices and its associated awareness among type 2 diabetes mellitus patients,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 14, no. 11, p. 21, Nov. 2024, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[9] S. Parameswari, N. Dheebhalakshmi, and B. Anitha, “Thyroid profile in patients with type 2 Diabetes mellitus – A cross-sectional study,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 14, no. 11, p. 1, Nov. 2024, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

[10] M. S. Sowmiya and N. Dheebhalakshmi, “Establishing Reference intervals for urea by Hoffmann, Battacharya, Non-parametric test & Q-Q Plot method,” Int. J. Adv. Res., vol. 14, no. 12, p. 1, Dec. 2024, doi: 10.36106/ijar.

Achievments

Faculties

Dr. B. Anitha, MD (Biochemistry), Assistant Professor: Presented “Atherogenic Index of Plasma in Hypothyroidism” at AMBICON 2023 (December 13-16, Mumbai).

Students
  • Paper and Poster Presentation Accolades:
    1. Dr. Lakshmi C., MD Biochemistry Postgraduate: Won Best Paper Award at AMBICON 2020.
    2. Dr. Nivetha J.N., MD Biochemistry Postgraduate: Won Third Prize in Research Poster Presentation at TRENDO 2021 (9th Annual Conference of Endocrinology Society of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry).
    3. Dr. R. Suguna, MD Biochemistry Postgraduate: Won Second Prize for “Correlation of Neutrophil-Lymphocyte Ratio (NLR) with HbA1c in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients of South India in a Tertiary Care Hospital” at International Hybrid Conference and Workshop 2022.
  • Quiz Prizes:
    1. Final Year Biochemistry Postgraduates won laurels at AMBICON 2021:
      • Team 1 (Dr. Pangajam & Dr. Lakshmi C.): Second Prize
      • Team 2 (Dr. Nivedha J.N. & Dr. Srishanmuga Priya V.): Fourth Prize

Events and Services

Academic events
  • An Insight into the Genomics of Non-Communicable Diseases – From Basepairs to Bedside (20.02.2019, Auditorium, Coimbatore Medical College)
  • An Update on Current Approach to Cardiovascular Diseases (27.01.2020, Auditorium, Coimbatore Medical College)
  • Competitive Symposium for Undergraduate Medical Students – I MBBS 2022 Batch (26.04.2023, Ground Floor Lecture Hall, New Academic Block)
  • Clinical Biochemistry – Enroute to Precision Medicine (24.02.2024, Third Floor Lecture Hall, New Academic Block)
  • Competitive Symposium for Undergraduate Medical Students – I MBBS 2023 Batch (24.02.2024, First Floor Lecture Hall, New Academic Block)
  • Hands-On Training for DMLT Students on Biochemistry Instrumentation (15.06.2024, Biochemistry Lecture Hall)
  • Workshop on Biochemistry Instrumentation for Technicians (31.07.2024, Biochemistry Lecture Hall)
Community Services
  • National Health Mission (NHM) Programme for Screening of Hemoglobinopathies:
    • Weekly screening for:
      • Antenatal women and their spouses
      • School children
      • Tribal population in endemic areas
  • Services for General Public:
    • Basic parameters: Sugar, RFT, LFT, Lipid profile, Cardiac enzymes, GIT enzymes, Liver enzymes, LDH, CRP, D-dimer, Electrolytes, Urine analysis
    • Hormonal assay by eCLIA
    • Tumor markers by eCLIA
    • Analysis of Hemoglobin variants by HPLC
    • Serum protein electrophoresis & Urine BJP
    • Calculi analysis
    • Arterial Blood Gas (ABG)
    • Serum ethanol analysis

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