On-Site Laboratory Testing
More Information for Better Medical Decisions
On-site laboratory testing helps the care team investigate acute symptoms while you are already being evaluated. GuideWell’s laboratory services support emergency and urgent care visits with results designed to help physicians make timely treatment decisions.
Testing Available On Site
The clinic offers a broad range of laboratory and point-of-care tests selected according to your symptoms and physician’s assessment.
• CBC and basic metabolic panel
• Troponin and BNP testing
• Liver, thyroid, and coagulation tests
• Pregnancy, blood gas, and lactate testing
What Lab Results Can Help Clarify
Laboratory findings can add important information when symptoms involve infection, cardiac function, blood chemistry, pregnancy, breathing, or inflammation.
• Infections and anemia
• Chest pain and heart concerns
• Electrolyte imbalance and acidosis
• Pregnancy and respiratory conditions
Laboratory Support Built Into Your Visit
Testing, physician assessment, and treatment planning can happen in one coordinated location.
Testing for Acute Medical Concerns
Lab services can help the team understand what is happening inside the body when symptoms are unclear.
Blood Counts
CBC testing can provide information related to infection, anemia, and other blood-cell concerns.
Cardiac Markers
Troponin and BNP testing may support evaluation of chest pain, heart injury, and chronic heart failure concerns.
Chemistry Testing
Metabolic, liver, electrolyte, blood gas, and lactate testing can help assess systemic illness and organ function.
Pregnancy and Hormone Testing
Quantitative beta-HCG and thyroid testing are available when clinically appropriate.
Benefits of Testing On Site
Less Travel Between Facilities
Patients can complete appropriate testing in the same facility where they meet with the emergency medicine team.
Results in Approximately 40 Minutes
GuideWell states that experienced laboratory technicians can provide results in approximately 40 minutes or less for many services.
Supports Faster Diagnosis
Test findings can help physicians narrow possible causes and choose treatment or referral more efficiently.
No Separate Testing Destination
On-site laboratory capability may simplify urgent visits by keeping evaluation and diagnostic work together.
How On-Site Lab Testing Works
Check In for Care
Walk in or schedule an appointment and explain the symptoms, illness, or injury you need evaluated.
Discuss Testing Needs
The physician reviews your condition and determines which laboratory or point-of-care tests are appropriate.
Provide the Specimen
A trained technician collects and processes the required sample in the clinic laboratory.
Review Results and Treatment
Your care team discusses the findings and provides treatment, monitoring, discharge instructions, or referral.
