Laboratory tests check a sample of your blood, urine, or body tissues. A technician or your doctor analyzes the test samples to see if your results fall within the normal range. The tests use a range because what is normal differs from person to person. Many factors affect test results.

One of the primary goals of clinical pathology is to aid in the diagnosis of diseases. Laboratory tests are used to detect and quantify various substances in the body, such as blood glucose, cholesterol, and hormones. These tests can also identify the presence of infectious agents, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

Our Customer Service Call Center — 315-461-3008 — is staffed Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Saturdays, Sundays and holidays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Our staff can answer general questions and provide information about the status of test orders.