Whitman Hospital's laboratory is proud to provide state-of-the-art services to the community. We are well known for our friendly, compassionate, prompt, high-quality service.
We accept laboratory orders from both local and out-of-town providers. Results are sent directly to your provider's office, usually within a few hours for most tests. We partner with a reference laboratory in Spokane to provide results within 24 to 48 hours for tests not performed in our laboratory.
We meet stringent accreditation standards set by the College of American Pathologists and the Washington Department of Health. All members of our laboratory team are certified in the fields of phlebotomy or medical laboratory science. Our laboratory medical director is a physician board-certified in pathology.
We provide 24-hour coverage for the hospital and have convenient hours for outpatient testing. Arrangements can be made for outpatient testing at other times for special circumstances.
NEW SERVICE:
Reviewed 10/27/2022
Laboratory tests
True or false?
Laboratory tests help your doctor monitor your health and identify new issues as early as possible. But how much do you know about lab tests? Test your knowledge with this true or false quiz.
1. You only need a lab test if you are sick.
False. Laboratory tests are part of routine care. Lab tests can help your doctor identify changes in your overall health. One use of lab tests is to check cholesterol levels. Screening tests can also check whether you are at risk of developing a certain condition.
2. You shouldn't need any help understanding your lab results.
False. Every lab test is different. Some give you a positive or negative result. Others provide a number. The best person to talk to about your results is your doctor. They know you and your medical history and can help you better understand your results.
3. Lab tests are safe and accurate.
True. Laboratory tests go through a strict approval and regulation process to make sure they are safe. While they are also highly accurate, you can get inconclusive results in some cases. If that happens, your doctor may repeat the test or recommend a different one.
4. You may have to fast before a test.
True. Some lab tests require that you fast for 8 to 12 hours beforehand. You may have to avoid certain activities, foods or medications the day before. Always ask your doctor how you should prepare for any lab test.
5. There's no good way to deal with feelings of anxiety about a lab test.
False. Feeling anxious about a lab test is common. Thankfully, some simple tips can help you relax. Try deep breathing or counting silently to 10. You may also want to bring a friend or family member for support. Talking to someone during the test may also provide a helpful distraction.
Visit our Healthcare topic center to learn more about how to make the most of regular healthcare checkups.
Sources: National Cancer Institute; National Institutes of Health
As part of our Community Wellness Program, Whitman Hospital and Medical Center is offering the following laboratory testing for $25 each (payable at time of service). No physician order is required and no appointment necessary. Hours for this service are 7:30am-5pm Mon-Fri and 8am-12pm Saturday.
It will be the responsibility of the patient to provide reports to their provider.
- $25.00. Lipid Panel (12-14 hours fasting)
Total cholesterol, good HDL cholesterol and bad LDL cholesterol, and triglyceride
- $25.00 Hemoglobin A1C also called Glycohemoglobin
Measures glucose control for the previous 3 months, is used to screen and monitor diabetes
- $25.00 TSH Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
Screens thyroid function
- $25.00 PSA Prostatic Specific Antigen (MEN ONLY)
Screens for prostate health
Hours
Regular Lab Hours:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am to 7 pm
Weekends, 9 am to 5 pm
Community Wellness Program Testing Hours:
Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 5 pm
Saturday 8:00 am to 12:00 pm
Please call with any questions: 509.397.3435 x 331