On-site laboratory in Brownsville, TX
Our laboratory performs the bloodwork and specimen analysis your doctor orders.
- Payment
- Insured and self-pay
What to expect
How it works
A small needle draws blood from a vein, most often inside the elbow or on the back of the hand, into a tube.
- Typical length
- Less than 5 minutes
- How it feels
- A quick needle stick
- Radiation
- None
Before your visit
- Fasting, only if your test requires it
- A sleeve that rolls up easily
- Photo ID and any insurance card
- Your doctor's order, if your test needs one
Where your results go
- Results
- Sent securely to the doctor who ordered the test
Questions about our laboratory
Do all blood tests require fasting?
No. Only some do, such as glucose and cholesterol tests, usually after 8 to 12 hours without food.
Why do some blood tests require fasting?
Food and drinks pass into the blood and can change the levels those tests measure, such as sugar and fats.
Can I drink water while fasting?
Yes, plain water, which can make blood easier to draw. Coffee, juice, soda, gum and smoking can affect the results.