- Lab Director (In-charge), Regen Cell Bio Laboratory, IRM Hospital
- Diplomate, American Board of Regenerative Medicine (DABRM)
- Certified in Genetics & Genomics (Stanford)
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- Established in 2019
- Follows GMP principles
- 7 quality checks on every product
- Inside IRM Hospital, Islamabad
➤ Our Laboratory
What Is Regen Cell Bio?
Regen Cell Bio is IRM Hospital’s in-house cell and tissue laboratory in Islamabad. Established in 2019, it prepares the stem cells, exosomes and other cell products used in IRM’s regenerative treatments, following Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) principles and the quality and safety standards of the EU Tissues and Cells Directive (2004/23/EC).
The directive covers every step: donation, procurement, testing, processing, preservation, storage and distribution of human tissues and cells. Because the lab sits inside IRM Hospital, the team that prepares your cells works alongside the doctors who treat you. Learn how these cells are used in regenerative medicine at IRM.
Key Facts
- Established: 2019
- Location: IRM Hospital, 397-Kortana, Opposite Gate 4, DHA Phase 2, Islamabad
- Standards: GMP principles; EU Directive 2004/23/EC
- Lab Director: Dr. Sidra Bokhari
➤ Why It Matters
Why an In-House Lab Matters for Your Treatment
- Traceability: every sample stays linked to its donor or patient at every step
- Checked before use: cells are tested for identity, sterility and contamination before release
- Specialist oversight: production, quality-control and quality-assurance teams, led by a Responsible Person, oversee each stage
- One team: your specialist and the lab team work together on your treatment plan
➤ What We Prepare
Cell Products Prepared at Regen Cell Bio
Mesenchymal Stem Cells (MSCs)
Bone Marrow MSCs and MNCs
Stem cells and mononuclear cells collected from bone marrow.
Placenta and Amniotic Fluid MSCs
Stem cells from screened donor placenta and amniotic fluid.
Exosomes & Immune Cells
Exosomes
Prepared from umbilical cord stem cells and purified by ultracentrifugation.
NK Cells
Natural killer cells, immune cells that can recognise and destroy abnormal cells. Offered only to eligible patients after specialist assessment.
CAR-T Cells
A patient’s own T cells engineered in the lab to recognise a specific target on cancer cells. Offered only to eligible patients after specialist assessment.
Tissue Cells
Hair Follicular Stem Cells
Cells from the hair follicle that are linked to hair growth.
Chondrocytes
Cartilage cells, the cells that build and maintain joint cartilage.
Which product is suitable, if any, depends on your condition and medical history.
➤ Our Process
How Our Cells Are Prepared
Source Checks & Donor Screening
Identity and suitability are confirmed, donors are strictly screened, and every sample stays traceable.
Culture & Expansion
Cells are grown in controlled conditions, with their appearance and growth monitored at every passage.
Harvest & Quality Testing
Identity, live-cell count and microbial safety are tested and reviewed together before release.
Final Preparation or Storage
Cells are prepared for treatment, or preserved in cryogenic (deep-frozen) storage under validated procedures.
➤ Exosome Preparation
How Our Exosomes Are Prepared
Exosomes are tiny vesicles released by cells that carry proteins, growth factors and genetic messages. At Regen Cell Bio:
- The conditioned medium the cells grow in is collected.
- Cells and debris are removed.
- Exosomes are separated and concentrated by ultracentrifugation (high-speed spinning), a standard method in international extracellular-vesicle guidelines (MISEV2023).
- The final product is characterised and quality-checked.
➤ Quality Control
Quality and Safety Checks on Every Product
| Test | What it checks | Why it matters to you |
|---|---|---|
| Flow cytometry | Cell identity using surface markers | Confirms the cells are the intended type (international ISCT criteria for MSCs include CD73, CD90 and CD105) |
| Sterility testing | Bacteria and fungi | Product is free from microbial growth |
| Endotoxin testing | Bacterial toxins | Toxins can be present even without live bacteria |
| Mycoplasma testing | A hidden contaminant of cell cultures | Protects cell quality and safety |
| Karyotyping | Chromosomes | Confirms genetic stability after culture |
| Potency testing | Biological activity | Checks the cells work as expected |
| Environmental monitoring | Clean air (HVAC) and positive room pressure | Keeps the work area controlled and clean |
➤ Equipment
Inside the Lab: Our Equipment
Biological Safety Cabinets
A sterile, controlled workspace for handling cells.
CO₂ and Tri-Gas Incubators
Controlled conditions for cell growth.
Centrifuges
Separating and processing samples.
Ultracentrifuge
Separating and concentrating exosomes at very high speed.
Microscopes and Cell Counters
Inverted microscopes and automated counters for watching and counting cells.
Flow Cytometer
Confirming cell identity using surface markers.
Cryogenic Storage Tank
Deep-frozen preservation of cells.
Autoclave
Sterilising equipment and materials.
➤ Quality System
Our Quality System and Team
Regen Cell Bio runs a Quality Management System built on a process approach and the Plan-Do-Check-Act cycle: every process is planned, carried out, checked and improved.
Senior Management Committee
Oversees the quality system and its continuous improvement.
Responsible Person
Technical and operational oversight of the laboratory.
Quality Assurance
Quality systems, documentation and compliance.
Production Team
Cell culture, processing and preparation.
Quality Control Team
Quality testing and monitoring.
Operations Manager
Laboratory workflow and resources.
➤ Gallery
A Look Inside Regen Cell Bio
➤ Meet the Specialists
The Specialists Behind Our Lab
Dr. Syed Salman Naeem Gilani
CEO & Medical Director, IRM Hospital
- Stem Cell Consultant & Fellow in Stem Cell Therapy
- Diplomate, American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
- Diplomate, American Board of Regenerative Medicine
Dr. Syed Salman leads regenerative and stem cell treatment at IRM Hospital, working with the Regen Cell Bio team on every cell-based treatment plan.
Dr. Sidra Bokhari
Lab Director (In-charge), Regen Cell Bio Laboratory, IRM Hospital
- Diplomate, American Board of Regenerative Medicine (DABRM)
- Certified in Genetics & Genomics (Stanford)
- Certified in Tissue & Cell Culturing
Dr. Sidra Bokhari leads Regen Cell Bio, where the stem cells, exosomes and other cell products used at IRM are prepared and quality-tested. She medically reviewed this page.
Want to Know If Cell Therapy Suits You?
Our team will review your reports and explain your options honestly.
➤ Watch & Learn
Inside Regen Cell Bio on Video
➤ FAQs
Regen Cell Bio FAQs
Does IRM Hospital have its own stem cell laboratory?
Yes. Regen Cell Bio is IRM Hospital’s in-house cell and tissue laboratory in Islamabad, established in 2019. It prepares the stem cells and exosomes used in IRM’s regenerative treatments.
Which cells does the lab prepare?
Mesenchymal stem cells from bone marrow, umbilical cord tissue (Wharton’s jelly), placenta, amniotic fluid and fat tissue; bone-marrow mononuclear cells; exosomes; NK and CAR-T cells; fibroblasts; hair follicular stem cells and chondrocytes.
How do you make sure cells are safe?
Donors are screened, and each batch is tested for identity, sterility, endotoxins and mycoplasma, with karyotyping and potency testing, before release.
What does GMP mean?
Good Manufacturing Practice is a set of quality standards that controls how medical products are made, tested and documented, so every batch is consistent and safe.
Where do the cells come from?
Either from the patient, such as bone marrow or fat tissue, or from screened donor tissue such as umbilical cord, placenta or amniotic fluid.
Are your exosomes made at IRM?
Yes. They are prepared from umbilical cord stem cells and purified by ultracentrifugation in our lab.
Who runs the lab?
Dr. Sidra Bokhari, Lab Director (In-charge) and Diplomate of the American Board of Regenerative Medicine.
How do I book a consultation?
Call our coordinator on +92 336 4367367, or book through our appointments page at irmsc.com/appointments.
Cell-based treatments at IRM are offered only after a specialist assessment. Suitability, possible benefits and risks differ for each patient, and many cell therapies are still being studied in clinical research.