Tests

Prepare for a test

Make your visit to our Patient Service Centers as smooth as possible by arriving prepared. If your doctor has ordered a test for you, please bring the lab order with you. If you do not have a printed lab order, please confirm with your doctor that it has been sent electronically before your appointment. We also recommend checking special preparation details if your test requires fasting or if you are bringing a child in for a lab visit.

Another option is to purchase the test yourself, without needing a doctor's visit. Visit our website to shop for tests now.

Prepare for your appointment by bringing the following items:

A lab order from your doctor (if not provided, check for electronic orders)
Photo ID
Current health insurance information
Credit/debit/health savings card for any remaining balance
Check if your test requires fasting before the appointment, as indicated by your healthcare provider or lab order
Additionally, research ways to access your results quickly through our portal.

Paying for your lab test at American Medical Lab Diagnostics:

If insured: You will be asked to provide a credit or debit card for the estimated out-of-pocket cost, but it will only be charged if your insurance does not cover the full amount. You may be responsible for copays, deductibles, coinsurance, or services not covered by your plan. Contact your insurance company for coverage questions. We also offer various payment options.

If uninsured: You will be required to pay for the test at the time of service. Ask your doctor about discounted pricing for uninsured patients, and consider using our Patient Assistance Program for help with payment.

Children Testing

Medical tests can be daunting for children, but there are ways to make the experience less stressful for them. American Medical Lab Diagnostics offers kid-friendly tools to help with the testing process. Here are 6 ways you can prepare your child for a lab test:

Educate yourself: Before your child's appointment, discuss your concerns and questions with their doctor. This can help you feel more at ease about the testing process. Use the My Trip to American Medical Lab Diagnostics coloring and activity book to help answer your child's questions.
Set realistic expectations: Instead of promising that the test won't hurt, reassure your child that the process will be quick and the pain will be brief. After the test, offer praise and comfort as they need.
Schedule wisely: Choose a time when your child is less likely to be tired or hungry. If your child is coming in for a blood test, eating beforehand can help prevent lightheadedness. If the test requires fasting, schedule the appointment first thing in the morning and bring a snack for afterward.
Communicate beforehand: Talk to your child about their feelings and practice calming techniques before the appointment. Make a game out of staying still and teach them to inhale and exhale to help them feel in control of their body.
Offer a distraction: During a blood draw, distract your child by giving them something to focus on instead of the needle. Ask the American Medical Lab Diagnostics staff if Quiggles™ is available to help. Quiggles is a kid-friendly device that can help make blood draws more comfortable for patients of all ages.
Go with the flow: Encourage your child to drink water before the appointment. A full bladder can help with urine tests and hydrating veins can make blood draws easier.

Remember that you can't guarantee that the experience will be completely pain-free, but these tips can help increase your chances of a successful test.

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