Micro by name, but Macro in spirit. Clinical Microbiology is a major branch of medical science concerned with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases. Central Microbiology laboratory has many sections like Bacteriology, Virology, Immunology, Mycology, Serology and Parasitology. The Microbiology Research laboratory has special microscopes like phase contrast, fluorescent, dark ground and trinocular microscopes with camera attachment. The laboratory is enrolled in External quality assurance scheme (EQAS) with CMC Vellore.

The department has a well established practical laboratory with premium quality microscopes. It has a well set up museum with various charts, models, slides and specimens. The department faculties are constantly updating knowledge by conducting and participating in CME’s, workshops and research activities.