KATHMANDU, Nov. 22 -- Bir Hospital's genetic lab, which previously tested for limited hereditary conditions, is now preparing to expand services to include cancer and other genetic disorders.

The hospital is set to introduce "next-generation gene sequencing" for cancer, a service not yet available in Nepal. Until now, patients with cancer and other genetic diseases faced difficulties due to limited testing options.

Dr Nilam Thakur, head of Bir Hospital's Genetics Department, said the lack of cancer and genetic testing in Nepal has motivated the lab's expansion.

She stated that efforts are underway to acquire the necessary next-generation gene sequencing machine and related laboratory materials.

Dr Thakur said that the proposal for the...