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Urgent care lab services

Are you looking for a quick and convenient one-stop care that also offers lab tests as recommended by your urgent care provider? Whether you need a test for strep or a pregnancy, we’ll ease your worries with the on-site lab. Just walk in or save your spot online, and the team will help provide treatment options or connections to specialists if necessary.

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Why choose on‑site lab testing?

The on-site lab provides the option for rapid lab results as recommended by your provider during your visit, to help quickly identify what might be causing your symptoms. Some urgent care centers use point-of-care testing (POCT), a type of lab testing performed at or near the patient rather than sending samples out. This allows providers to receive results quickly and make treatment decisions in real time.

The quick turnaround can reduce waiting time, improve decision-making, and help patients leave urgent care with answers and a treatment plan sooner. With conveniently located centers near local pharmacies, you can be seen, get your tests performed, and pick up any prescribed medication without taking an extra trip.

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Lab Testing at Urgent Care: What to Expect

When to get lab testing

Lab testing may be recommended when you have symptoms that need confirmation to guide diagnosis and treatment. Urgent care providers will recommend the type of tests you need during your visit to quickly evaluate common conditions, such as infections or illnesses, to help begin treatment sooner.

Preparing for your lab test

Most urgent care lab tests require little to no preparation. Your provider will explain the test and let you know if there are any steps to follow before the sample is collected. In many cases, testing can be completed quickly as part of your visit.

Understanding your results

Because the urgent care centers use point-of-care testing for certain types of tests, results are often available during your visit. Your provider will review the findings with you and explain what they mean for your diagnosis or treatment plan. If additional care or follow-up is needed, they will guide you on the next steps.

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What types of tests provide rapid results?

Many of the centers can provide lab results for the following tests when recommended by your provider during your visit:

If labs need to be sent out for results, the care team will follow up with you within a few days with the results. You can also find lab results on your patient portal. We also offer PPD skin tests for tuberculosis at most of the centers, but these results are not rapid.

Please note that not all centers offer all tests. If you have a question about a specific test, please call ahead.

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Find a location near you for immediate local care

If you have a health concern or are not feeling well, the healthcare providers can evaluate your needs and determine the best action plan. If further testing is needed after your evaluation, we can do most lab testing and blood work in-house or connect you to one of the healthcare partners if you need additional follow-up.

The centers are conveniently located and open 365 days a year, seven days a week, many with extended hours. Just walk in or save your spot online to get the process started.  

Lab test FAQs

Lab test FAQs

Lab test FAQs

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