Diagnostics and laboratory
Diagnostic and laboratory testing helps us identify health issues and further understand your condition. We may collect information from minor procedures, such as biopsies, or by performing blood tests and taking urine samples.
Lab services in Lewisville, Texas
Visit Medical City Lewisville in Denton County, Texas, for all your medical laboratory and diagnostic needs.
The advanced technology and compassionate care provided by trained technicians and pathologists make our hospital your trusted resource for lab testing.
Laboratory services we provide
We provide general testing for:
- Chemistry
- Special chemistry
- Hematology
- Coagulation
- Urinalysis
- Serology
- Blood Bank
Medical diagnostic laboratories
We provide full-service inpatient and outpatient diagnostic and laboratory services to our patients at our main campus. Testing is performed by registered medical technologists and reviewed by pathologists to assist your doctor in creating an effective treatment plan.
Our labs are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Program.
Laboratory services we provide
Cardiac lab testing
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. Sometimes, medical symptoms are so minor that many people ignore them and don't seek medical attention. Most people who have a heart attack had no previous symptoms, therefore, it is crucial to understand risk factors and visit your doctor for laboratory testing.
Labs for respiratory care
We offer comprehensive respiratory services with a multidisciplinary team of medical specialists who provide a number of services, such as:
- Pulmonary function testing
- Plethysmography
- Methacholine challenge
- Spirometry
- Diffusing capacity
- Electroencephalograms
- Continuous monitoring
- Photic stimulation
- Electrocardiogram (EKG)
- Arterial blood gas (ABG)
What to expect for diagnostic labs
Most diagnostic procedures at Medical City Lewisville are performed on an outpatient basis. You may be given pain medication and a mild sedative during some procedures, but many labs are just a collection of samples, such as blood or urine.
For more interventional or invasive diagnostic tests, recovery time is usually four to six hours after the procedure. Most patients can resume normal activities within a day.
Scheduling diagnostic testing
If your procedure requires sedation, you will need to plan for a family member or friend to pick you up and drive you home afterwards. If your procedure is scheduled in advance, one of our nurses will be contacting you to discuss your procedure and begin the pre-procedure assessment process.
This will include gathering information about your physical condition, medical history and current medications. The nurse will also give you specific instructions prior to your scheduled procedure.
To schedule or reschedule an outpatient appointment, call (855) 880-4625.