how to read a labcorp patient report

When reading a lab result, take note of the specimen type, whether it was blood, urine or other biological fluid being analyzed. The average turnaround time for results is 1 to 3 business days. Your future matters.

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How do I view my LabCorp test results?

Labcorp Patient™ portal allows you to view, download and print your Labcorp test results, and provides tools to pay your bill online and schedule appointments. How soon can I expect to receive my lab test results?

Is my LabCorp patient portal personal profile information accurate?

Your LabCorp Patient portal personal profile information is up to date, complete, and accurate. The personal information on record with all of your health care providers matches the personal information in your LabCorp Patient portal profile.

How do I look up patient information about clinical laboratory tests?

To look up patient information about clinical laboratory tests, go to Patient Test Information. You can also review more detailed test information in our online Test Menu. You should also consult your physician for specific questions.

What are the specialty testing groups of LabCorp?

Links to LabCorp Specialty Testing Groups Chemical Testing Clinical Trials Coagulation and Endocrinology Crop Protection Device and Diagnostics Drug Development Kidney Stone Kits MedTox Monogram Neurogenetics Oncology Paternal and Family DNA Testing Pathology Pixel by Labcorp Plasma Screening ViroMed Women's Health

What is personal information on record with all of your health care providers?

The personal information on record with all of your health care providers matches the personal information in your LabCorp Patient portal profile. Health care providers include your primary care physician, specialists, hospital professionals, and all LabCorp specimen collection labs.

How long does it take to get lab results?

In most cases, lab test results delivery times should not exceed two weeks. The most common reason for delay in receiving results is inaccurate or out-of-date personal information on record with your health care providers or in your LabCorp Patient™​ portal personal profile.

How far in advance do you need to make an appointment for a lab?

Appointments must be made at least two hours in advance. Walk-ins are also welcome. Please note: not all lab locations offer all services

What is a lab accession number?

Laboratory accession number. Number (s) assigned to the sample (s) when it arrives at the laboratory. Some labs will have a single accession number for all your tests and other labs may have multiple accession numbers that help the lab identify the samples.

What does "H" mean in lab reports?

For example, “H” next to a result may mean that it is higher than the reference range. “L” may mean “low” and “WNL” usually means “within normal limits.”

What is a patient identification number?

Patient name and identification number or a unique patient identifier and identification number. These are required for proper patient identification and to ensure that the test results included in the report are correctly linked to the patient on whom the tests were run.

What is the condition of a specimen?

Condition of specimen. Any pertinent information regarding the condition of specimens that do not meet the laboratory’s criteria for acceptability will be noted. This type of information may include a variety of situations in which the specimen was not the best possible sample needed for testing. For example, if the specimen was not collected or stored in optimal conditions or if it was visually apparent that a blood sample was hemolyzed or lipemic, it will be noted on the report. In some cases, the condition of the specimen may preclude analysis (the test is not run and results are not generated) or may generate additional comments directing the use of caution in interpreting results.

What is a test report date?

Test report date. This is the day the results were generated and reported to the ordering physician or to the responsible person. Tests may be run on a particular patient’s samples on different dates. Since a patient may have multiple results of the same test from different days, it is important that the report includes this information for correct interpretation of results.

What is critical results?

Critical results. Those results that are dangerously abnormal must be reported immediately to the responsible person, such as the ordering physician. The laboratory will often draw attention to such results with an asterisk (*) or something similar and will usually note on the report the date and time the responsible person was notified.

Can you read lab reports?

Once you receive or access your report from the laboratory, it may not be easy for you to read or understand, leaving you with more questions than answers. This article points out some of the different sections that may be found on a typical lab report and explains some of the information that may be found in those sections.

What is personal information on record with all of your health care providers?

The personal information on record with all of your health care providers matches the personal information in your LabCorp Patient portalprofile. Health care providers include your primary care physician, specialists, hospital professionals, and all LabCorp specimen collection labs.

How long does it take to get lab results?

In most cases, lab test results delivery times should not exceed two weeks. The most common reason for delay in receiving results is inaccurate or out-of-date personal information on record with your health care providers or in your LabCorp Patient™​ portal personal profile.

How far in advance do you need to make an appointment for a lab?

Appointments must be made at least two hours in advance. Walk-ins are also welcome.  Please note: not all lab locations offer all services

What does it mean to read your lab results?

Read More... Learning how to read your medical laboratory results means you can better understand your symptoms and how your body is functioning. One of the most common blood tests analyzes complete blood count, or CBC. A low hemoglobin count suggests anemia, though too many RBCs can indicate bone marrow disease.

What is a medical laboratory test?

Medical laboratory tests involve analyzing samples of blood, urine and/or other body fluids or tissues in order to better understand a person's health state. [1]

What is a cholesterol panel?

Learn about cholesterol panels. Another common blood test is a cholesterol panel (also called a lipid panel). Cholesterol panels are helpful for determining your risk of cardiovascular disease, such as atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke. A cholesterol/lipid profile includes measurements of your total blood cholesterol (includes all the lipoproteins in your blood), high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL) and your triglycerides, which are fats that are usually stored in fat cells.

How long does it take for a blood test to show glucose?

Blood sugar tests measure the amount of glucose circulating in your bloodstream, usually after fasting for at least eight hours. Glucose tests are usually ordered if your doctor suspects you may have a type of diabetes (types 1 or 2, or gestational).

What is CBC in medical?

One of the most common blood test analyzed in a medical lab is a complete blood count (CBC). A CBC measures the most common types of cells and elements in your blood, such as red blood cells (RBC), white blood cells (WBC), and platelets.

Is the content of this article intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis, or treatment?

The content of this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis, or treatment. You should always contact your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional before starting, changing, or stopping any kind of health treatment.

Can you test for chorionic gonadotropin in urine?

If you suspect you're pregnant because you missed your period, urinalysis can be helpful for confirming it. The medical lab will look for human chorionic gonadotropin (hCG) in your urine sample, which is a hormone made by the placenta of pregnant women. The hormone can also be detected in the blood, although pregnancy test kits sold at pharmacies measure hCG in urine.

How long does it take to get a swab test result?

How long does it take to get a result? For the test to determine if you have COVID-19 (swab test): As of August 26, 2020, the current average time to deliver results for the COVID-19 swab test is 1-2 days from the date of specimen pickup.

Can you get your test results from a doctor?

Yes. If your doctor or other healthcare provider ordered the test you can also get your result from them. You should contact your healthcare provider directly if you have questions about your test result. COVID-19 test results are reported to public health authorities as required.