Lab Services

Internal Medicine & Chronic Disease Management located in Three Rivers, MI

Lab Services

About Lab Services

Lab services are often part of the diagnostic process to identify what’s causing pain or other unusual symptoms. At Three Rivers Area Medical Associates, PC, a variety of lab services are available for adults in-office.

The Three Rivers AMA providers and staff collect samples for testing with a high level of care.

They work with Quest Diagnostics® to process samples and use their expertise to interpret your test results accurately.

Call the Three Rivers, Michigan, office today to learn more about the available lab services.

Lab Services Q&A

What are lab services?

Lab services are diagnostic tests that can identify infection, inflammation, and other underlying medical issues that compromise your health.

Three Rivers Area Medical Associates, PC, offers a variety of lab services for adults. The providers collect blood and urine samples and other testing materials in the office before sending them to Quest Diagnostics for further evaluation.

Why would I need lab services?

You might be a candidate for the lab services available at Three Rivers Area Medical Associates, PC, if you’re not feeling well and visit the office for an acute care visit.

The providers offer lab services like:

  • Blood testing
  • Urinalysis
  • Rapid flu tests
  • Strep throat culture
  • Infectious disease testing
  • Sexually transmitted disease (STD) testing

You might also benefit from routine lab services like cholesterol checks and Type 2 diabetes screenings as part of your annual wellness exam to evaluate your risk factors for certain diseases.

If you’re taking medications to treat an acute or chronic health issue, the providers may request blood work or other lab services to ensure your treatment is working well. Routine lab services can also help identify complications that certain medicines can cause so the medical specialists can adjust your treatment plan as needed. 

How do I get the results of my lab services?

After the Three Rivers Area Medical Associates, PC, providers collect samples of blood, urine, or other materials, they send them to Quest Diagnostics medical lab for processing.

Once your results are ready, the lab sends the information to your provider for evaluation. You can expect to visit the office or participate in a virtual conversation via the online telehealth platform to hear more about your test results.

If testing identifies an underlying health issue, the providers discuss the need for more testing and your options for treatment. For instance, if you have a urinary tract infection, the providers can prescribe antibiotics to clear it. They may recommend additional urine testing or other lab services to ensure treatment is effective.

Call Three Rivers Area Medical Associates, PC, today to learn more about the lab services available in the office.