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The Department of Biochemistry at Government Theni Medical College, Theni was established in 2004.
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Department of Biochemistry provides tremendous potential in basic as well as applied sciences.
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It provides high quality teaching to the students through classroom teaching with modern audio-visual aids and hands on training on various aspects of biochemistry.
Courses:
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MBBS
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BSc., MLT
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BSc., Nursing
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DMLT
Academics (CBME):
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Lectures
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Tutorials
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Small group discussions
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Integrated teaching modules
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Use of charts (paper-based clinical scenarios) for case discussions
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Practical exercises
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Demonstrations
Facilities:
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Modern Students practical laboratory: 1 with accommodations of 40 students.
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Demonstration Hall: 1 with modern audio visual aids for accommodations of 50 students for small group teaching.
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Research laboratory: 1 with modern equipments.
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Electrophoresis apparatus
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Chromatography equipment
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Departmental Library: 1 with sufficient no of books.
Name of Faculty : Dr.V.Ananthan
Qualification : MBBS., MD (Biochemistry)
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Degree |
Year |
Name of College & University |
Registration number with date of registration |
Name of State Medical council |
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MBBS |
2003 |
KAP Viswanatham Govt. Medical College, Trichy. TN MGR Medical University |
75296/23.09.2004 |
Tamil Nadu Medical Council |
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MD (Biochemistry) |
2010 |
Madras Medical College, Chennai. TN MGR Medical University |
75296/30.09.2010 |
Tamil Nadu Medical Council |
Designation : Professor
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Designation |
Department |
Institution |
From |
To |
Total |
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Tutor |
Biochemistry |
Madras Medical College, Chennai. |
27/05 /07 |
26/05/10 |
3 (y)__(m) |
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Assistant Professor |
Biochemistry |
Madras Medical College, Chennai. |
14/06/10 |
21/03/17 |
6 (y) 9 (m) |
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Associate Professor |
Biochemistry |
Govt. Theni Medical College, Theni. |
22/03/17 |
30.05.22 |
5 (y) 2(m) |
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Professor |
Biochemistry |
Govt. Dindigul Medical College, Dindigul. |
31/05/22 |
04.02.23 |
0 (y) 8(m) |
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Professor |
Biochemistry |
Govt. Theni Medical College, Theni. |
06.02.23 |
Till date |
2(y)2m) |
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Basic Course Medical Education (BCME) |
Bio Medical Research |
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Date |
17.10.23 to 19.10.23. |
August 2020 to December 2020. |
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Intuition |
Govt. Theni Medical College, Theni. |
NPTEL |
Dr.V.Ananthan
Professor & HOD
Qualification : MD Biochemistry
TNMC Registration No: 75296
Dr.M.Karthiga
Assistant Professor
Qualification : MD Biochemistry
TNMC Registration No: 89688
Dr.J.Tamilarasi
Tutor
Qualification : MD Biochemistry
TNMC Registration No: 85644
Dr. M. JESHTIN
Tutor
Qualification : MD
TNMC Registration No: 102763
Dr.P.INDRA
Tutor
Qualification : MD Biochemistry
TNMC Registration No: 101077
Hospital Services.
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24 hours Central Clinical Biochemistry Laboratory(Laboratory Services)
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Central Clinical Biochemistry is functioning round the clock with higher end automated equipments.
List of Laboratory tests performed :
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Blood Glucose (Random, Fasting, Post Prandial)
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Glucose Challenge Test(GCT)
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Oral Glucose Tolerance Test(OGTT)
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Renal Function Tests (Serum. Urea, Creatinine)
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Liver Function Tests ((Serum. T.Bilirubin, D.Bilirubin, ID.Bilirubin, AST, ALT,ALP, GGT, T.Protein, Albumin, Globulin, AG ratio)
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Electrolyte (Serum. Na, K, Cl, Ionized Calcium)
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Lipid Profile (Serum. T.Cholesterol, Triglyceride, HDL LDL (Calculated) VLDL(Calculated))
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Thyroid Function Tests (Serum.TSH,fT4,T3)
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Beta HCG
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Arterial Blood Gas analysis
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Total Calcium
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Phosphorous
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Uric Acid
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Amylase
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Lipase
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LDH
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CK
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HbA1c
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Hs Troponin I
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Troponin T
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Ferritin
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C- Reactive Protein
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Cholinesterase
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Ethanol
Urine:
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Spot/24 hours Urine Protein
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Spot/24 hours Urine Albumin
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Protein creatinine ratio
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Albumin creatinine ratio
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Electrolytes
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Urea
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Creatinine
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Urine Metabolic Screening
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Bence Jones Protein
Body Fluids:
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Glucose
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Protein
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Protein
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Albumin
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Urea
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Creatinine
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Amylase
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Lipase
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LDH
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S. No. |
Name of the Faculty |
Designation |
Title of the article |
Name of Journal |
Year of Publication |
Authorship |
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1 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Association of CYP17 Gene Polymorphism with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
2016 |
Corresponding Author |
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2 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Association of Matrix Metalloproteinase-2 Gene Promoter Polymorphism and the Associated Phenotype Variation with Myocardial Infarction |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
2016 |
2nd Author |
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3 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
A Case Control Study on the Association of Transforming Growth Factor-β with Atherosclerosis |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
2017 |
Corresponding Author |
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4 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Angiotensin Converting Enzyme Gene Insertion/Deletion and Endothelial Nitric Oxide Synthase Single Nucleotide Gene Polymorphisms among the patients of Essential Hypertension |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
2019 |
Corresponding Author |
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5 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Association of Cyclooxygenase 2 Gene Polymorphism in Irritable Bowel Syndrome |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
Aug 2017 |
Author |
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6 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Association of Intron4 VNTR Polymorphism with Essential Hypertension |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
Nov 2016 |
Author |
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7 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
A study on Lipoprotein (a) levels in Atherosclerotic Peripheral Arterial Disease |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
Mar 2017 |
Author |
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8 |
Dr.V.Ananthan |
Professor |
Association of CYP17 Gene Polymorphism with Carcinoma of Prostate |
Scholars Journal of Applied Medical Sciences |
Aug 2017 |
Author |
Dr.Gayathri, Associate professor
- Icmr project selected in yr 2019 and published in yr 2023 march about Microalbuminuria - An early biomarker of cardiovascular risk in COPD patients and published in - International journal of scientific research
- Another icmr project (ongoing project) selected in yr 2025 about A comparative study of lipid profile in chronic kidney disease patients on conservative management and hemodialysis
Journal publication
1. Research journal of pharmaceutical, biological and chemical sciences
Topic - Evaluation of serum uric acid and lipid profile in type 2 DM
2. Topic - A study on zinc and magnesium level and it's association with glycated hemoglobin in type 2 DM
3. Topic - A study of thyroid dysfunction and it's associated risk factors among type 2 DM
Journal name - Biomedical informatics
Topic - Biomedical predictors for Sars - COv 2 severity
Journal name - international journal of dental and medical sciences research
Topic - Evaluation of serum cytokeratin - 18m30 levels in cases of non alcoholic fatty liver disease
Title
Unlocking Cardiac Care: Advances in Biomarker Testing
A Continuing Education Programme (CEP) in Cardiovascular Medicine
Achievement & Award
Dr.Gayathri, Associate professor
- Collector award from chennai district collector in yr 2024 , jan 26 , Republic Day
- Appreciation award from Stanley dean , yr 2023 august, best service during the covid period from dean Stanley yr 2021
- Speaker at kilpauk medical college, cme conducted by department of biochemistry yr 2023 July about Biochemical insight of organ functions
- Speaker at Stanley, biochemistry department yr oct 2024 about STAN BIO REVAMP PG CME
- Speaker at Stanley biochemistry department yr 2025 April about FTIRS
National Level Quiz, CONCOURS BIO Chapter 4, AIIMS Madurai
Awardees
- Ms. Isha
- Ms. Nivetha
- Ms. Priyadarshini
Phase I MBBS Students Secured Third Prize at CONCOURS BIO Chapter 4, AIIMS Madurai,
We are proud to share that our students participated in CONCOURS BIO – Chapter 4, a national-level quiz competition organized by AIIMS Madurai on 29.04.2026.The event witnessed an overwhelming response with 130 teams from across institutions competing in the preliminary round, conducted online. Our Biochemistry department was represented by 9 teams. Demonstrating remarkable knowledge and teamwork, our students secured 6th place overall in the preliminary round and qualified for the semifinals.
The semifinal round was held on Ramanathapuram campus at AIIMS Madurai, with 12 teams competing for a spot in the finals. After a rigorous contest, 6 teams advanced to the final round. We are delighted to announce that our team — Isha, Priyadarshini, and Nivetha of Phase I MBBS, 2025 -2026 batch — secured the Third Prize in the finals. The Theni team truly crushed it with their confidence and quick thinking. Hearty congratulations to the winners who brought laurels by their outstanding performance.


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