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What Happens to Your Sample After You Leave the Clinic?

Most patients—and even many clinicians—aren’t familiar with the journey a sample takes once it leaves the collection site. Understanding this process builds trust in the results and highlights why lab choice matters.

1. Secure Collection and Transport

Each sample is sealed, barcoded, and documented through a secure chain of custody to maintain sample integrity and prevent errors.

2. Accessioning and Preliminary Testing

Upon arrival at our lab, samples are logged and screened using immunoassay techniques. These rapid screens offer preliminary insights and flag samples for further review.

3. Advanced Confirmation Testing

Positive or unexpected results undergo LC-MS/MS confirmation to pinpoint the exact substance and its concentration—ensuring results are scientifically valid and legally defensible.

4. Clinical Oversight and Quality Review

Every result is reviewed by certified clinical lab scientists. If any discrepancies arise, they’re flagged and investigated before results are finalized.

5. EMR Integration and Fast Reporting

Results are delivered securely and promptly to your EMR or web portal, allowing providers to take action without delay.

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