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A large percentage of medical diagnosis and treatment decisions are made based on laboratory test results, said Tress Gadash, Prowers Medical Center Lab Manager. That makes the lab a critical department in our medical center as well as an important asset in our community.
Please join us in recognizing the Prowers Medical Center laboratory team for Medical Laboratory Professionals Week, April 14 to 20, 2024.
Extensive Diagnostic Laboratory Testing
Laboratory tests are generally performed on blood and urine samples but can include other specimen types as well. When routinely reviewed, lab results can help patients and providers monitor for health concerns and diseases. Prowers Medical Center offers extensive diagnostic laboratory testing, performed by certified Medical Technologists.
Most lab tests, including those for general health and emergencies, are performed in-house. Pathologies and other specialized tests are sent to reference laboratories. Turnaround times for in-house lab tests are typically less than one hour, whereas results for samples sent to reference labs take an average of three to five days.
The lab is also prepared for routine outpatient transfusion and trauma situations, and keeps 18 units of red blood cells and 20 units of fresh-frozen plasma stocked in its blood bank.
Tests Provided
The Prowers Medical Center Lab offers extensive diagnostic lab and pathology tests, including common tests such as renal panel, lipid panel, liver function, metabolic panels, glucose tolerance and others.
- Phlebotomy for all age groups
- Hematology – Complete blood counts on routine patients, emergency patients, inpatients and oncology patients
- Chemistry tests for kidney function, liver function, electrolytes, therapeutic drug monitoring, thyroid, cancer markers, cardiac markers and diabetes testing
- Tests for pregnancy, mono, flu, strep, RSV, drug testing and urinalysis
- Microbiology tests including aerobic culture for wounds, body fluids, urine, sputum and throat
- Molecular testing for meningitis, COVID, sepsis, gastrointestinal pathogens, STDs (sexually transmitted diseases), MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus), vaginal pathogens and Group B strep as part of prenatal care
Providing Excellent Care—Right Here in Our Community
A well-equipped lab capable of providing excellent care to all patient types is critical for a community’s well-being. The lab at Prowers Medical Center is equipped with cutting-edge technology and is staffed by trained and licensed medical technologists with an average of 15-plus years of experience. This powerful combination enables in-house testing on all common labs, allowing the provider to care for the patient more effectively.
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