Laboratory & Diagnostic Testing
Comprehensive Laboratory & Diagnostic Testing in Astoria, Queens & NYC
Accurate testing is the foundation of informed medical decisions. Our Astoria clinic offers convenient on-site laboratory and diagnostic services with prompt results. Whether you need routine blood work in Queens, an EKG in Manhattan, or rapid testing in Brooklyn, our in-house capabilities minimize wait times and streamline your care.
CBC, CMP, Lipid Panel, A1c Testing
Comprehensive blood testing provides vital health information. We perform complete blood counts (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panels (CMP), lipid profiles, and hemoglobin A1c tests on-site for quick results. These tests help evaluate everything from anemia to diabetes to kidney function.
Who It’s For: Patients needing routine screening, chronic disease monitoring, or diagnostic evaluation.
What to Expect: Professional blood draw, efficient processing, and results typically within 24-48 hours with provider interpretation.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Quick access to results
· Comprehensive health assessment
· Early detection of abnormalities
· Convenient one-stop care
Frequency/Timing: As recommended by your provider based on health status and screening guidelines.
Thyroid Panel Testing
Thyroid function affects metabolism, energy, and overall health. We provide comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, Free T4, Free T3, and thyroid antibodies when indicated. Accurate thyroid assessment helps diagnose and manage conditions affecting many NYC residents.
Who It’s For: Patients with thyroid symptoms, monitoring of thyroid conditions, or routine screening in certain populations.
What to Expect: Blood draw with results typically within 24-48 hours, with provider interpretation and recommendations.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Accurate thyroid function assessment
· Appropriate medication adjustment guidance
· Detection of autoimmune thyroid conditions
· Comprehensive thyroid health evaluation
Frequency/Timing: As needed for diagnosis or every 6-12 months for monitoring established conditions.
Urinalysis Testing
Urine testing reveals important information about kidney function, hydration, infections, and metabolic conditions. We perform on-site urinalysis with microscopic examination when indicated. This simple test provides valuable insights into your urinary and overall health.
Who It’s For: Patients with urinary symptoms, routine screening, or monitoring of certain conditions.
What to Expect: Simple urine sample collection, rapid initial results, with full analysis typically completed during your visit.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Quick detection of UTIs
· Assessment of kidney function
· Screening for diabetes and other conditions
· Convenient in-office testing
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest infection, or as part of routine physical exams.
STD Testing
Confidential STD testing is essential for sexual health. We provide discrete, comprehensive sexually transmitted disease testing including HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis. We create a judgment-free environment for this important aspect of health maintenance.
Who It’s For: Sexually active individuals needing routine screening or testing due to exposure or symptoms.
What to Expect: Confidential discussion, appropriate testing (blood, urine, or swab), and discreet results communication.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Early detection and treatment
· Prevention of complications
· Protection of partners
· Peace of mind
Frequency/Timing: Annually for sexually active individuals, or as needed after potential exposure.
Pregnancy Testing
Accurate pregnancy testing is the first step in prenatal care or family planning. We offer both urine and blood pregnancy testing with high sensitivity and specificity. We provide compassionate counseling regardless of your plans for the pregnancy.
Who It’s For: Women with missed periods, pregnancy symptoms, or need for confirmation of pregnancy.
What to Expect: Quick urine test with immediate results, or blood test for earliest possible detection and dating.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Accurate pregnancy confirmation
· Early prenatal care initiation if desired
· Appropriate referral for options counseling
· Supportive environment regardless of
decisions Frequency/Timing: When pregnancy is suspected or needs confirmation.
In-Office EKG
Heart health assessment begins with an electrocardiogram. We perform on-site EKGs to evaluate heart rhythm, detect arrhythmias, assess for heart damage, and screen for cardiac
conditions. This painless test provides immediate information about your heart’s electrical activity.
Who It’s For: Patients with heart symptoms, routine cardiac screening, or preoperative clearance.
What to Expect: Painless placement of electrodes on chest and limbs, brief recording period, and immediate preliminary interpretation.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Detection of arrhythmias
· Assessment for heart attack
· Screening for heart conditions
· Convenient in-office service
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest cardiac issues, or as part of routine physicals for certain risk factors.
Point-of-Care Tests (Flu, Strep, COVID-19)
Rapid diagnosis guides timely treatment. We offer on-the-spot testing for influenza, streptococcal pharyngitis, and COVID-19 with results typically available during your visit. These tests help us provide appropriate treatment while minimizing unnecessary antibiotic use.
Who It’s For: Patients with respiratory or throat symptoms needing rapid diagnosis.
What to Expect: Simple swab (nasal or throat), rapid processing, and results typically within 15-30 minutes.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Immediate diagnosis and treatment
· Reduced inappropriate antibiotic use
· Quick return to work/school when appropriate
· Convenient one-visit diagnosis and treatment
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest these specific infections.
CBC, CMP, Lipid Panel, A1c Testing
Comprehensive blood testing provides vital health information. We perform complete blood counts (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panels (CMP), lipid profiles, and hemoglobin A1c tests on-site for quick results. These tests help evaluate everything from anemia to diabetes to kidney function.
Who It’s For: Patients needing routine screening, chronic disease monitoring, or diagnostic evaluation.
What to Expect: Professional blood draw, efficient processing, and results typically within 24-48 hours with provider interpretation.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Quick access to results
· Comprehensive health assessment
· Early detection of abnormalities
· Convenient one-stop care
Frequency/Timing: As recommended by your provider based on health status and screening guidelines.
Thyroid Panel Testing
Thyroid function affects metabolism, energy, and overall health. We provide comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, Free T4, Free T3, and thyroid antibodies when indicated. Accurate thyroid assessment helps diagnose and manage conditions affecting many NYC residents.
Who It’s For: Patients with thyroid symptoms, monitoring of thyroid conditions, or routine screening in certain populations.
What to Expect: Blood draw with results typically within 24-48 hours, with provider interpretation and recommendations.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Accurate thyroid function assessment
· Appropriate medication adjustment guidance
· Detection of autoimmune thyroid conditions
· Comprehensive thyroid health evaluation
Frequency/Timing: As needed for diagnosis or every 6-12 months for monitoring established conditions.
Urinalysis Testing
Urine testing reveals important information about kidney function, hydration, infections, and metabolic conditions. We perform on-site urinalysis with microscopic examination when indicated. This simple test provides valuable insights into your urinary and overall health.
Who It’s For: Patients with urinary symptoms, routine screening, or monitoring of certain conditions.
What to Expect: Simple urine sample collection, rapid initial results, with full analysis typically completed during your visit.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Quick detection of UTIs
· Assessment of kidney function
· Screening for diabetes and other conditions
· Convenient in-office testing
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest infection, or as part of routine physical exams.
STD Testing
Confidential STD testing is essential for sexual health. We provide discrete, comprehensive sexually transmitted disease testing including HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and hepatitis. We create a judgment-free environment for this important aspect of health maintenance.
Who It’s For: Sexually active individuals needing routine screening or testing due to exposure or symptoms.
What to Expect: Confidential discussion, appropriate testing (blood, urine, or swab), and discreet results communication.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Early detection and treatment
· Prevention of complications
· Protection of partners
· Peace of mind
Frequency/Timing: Annually for sexually active individuals, or as needed after potential exposure.
Pregnancy Testing
Accurate pregnancy testing is the first step in prenatal care or family planning. We offer both urine and blood pregnancy testing with high sensitivity and specificity. We provide compassionate counseling regardless of your plans for the pregnancy.
Who It’s For: Women with missed periods, pregnancy symptoms, or need for confirmation of pregnancy.
What to Expect: Quick urine test with immediate results, or blood test for earliest possible detection and dating.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Accurate pregnancy confirmation
· Early prenatal care initiation if desired
· Appropriate referral for options counseling
· Supportive environment regardless of
decisions Frequency/Timing: When pregnancy is suspected or needs confirmation.
In-Office EKG
Heart health assessment begins with an electrocardiogram. We perform on-site EKGs to evaluate heart rhythm, detect arrhythmias, assess for heart damage, and screen for cardiac
conditions. This painless test provides immediate information about your heart’s electrical activity.
Who It’s For: Patients with heart symptoms, routine cardiac screening, or preoperative clearance.
What to Expect: Painless placement of electrodes on chest and limbs, brief recording period, and immediate preliminary interpretation.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Detection of arrhythmias
· Assessment for heart attack
· Screening for heart conditions
· Convenient in-office service
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest cardiac issues, or as part of routine physicals for certain risk factors.
Point-of-Care Tests (Flu, Strep, COVID-19)
Rapid diagnosis guides timely treatment. We offer on-the-spot testing for influenza, streptococcal pharyngitis, and COVID-19 with results typically available during your visit. These tests help us provide appropriate treatment while minimizing unnecessary antibiotic use.
Who It’s For: Patients with respiratory or throat symptoms needing rapid diagnosis.
What to Expect: Simple swab (nasal or throat), rapid processing, and results typically within 15-30 minutes.
Benefits & Outcomes:
· Immediate diagnosis and treatment
· Reduced inappropriate antibiotic use
· Quick return to work/school when appropriate
· Convenient one-visit diagnosis and treatment
Frequency/Timing: When symptoms suggest these specific infections.
FAQs About Laboratory Testing in NYC
Most routine blood tests are processed within 24-48 hours. Some specialized tests may take longer.
It depends on the test. We provide clear instructions when scheduling your appointment.
Some tests require a medical order. We can perform appropriate testing as part of a comprehensive visit with our providers.
We use FDA-approved tests with high accuracy rates and can recommend confirmatory testing if indicated.
Why Choose Our Astoria Clinic for Laboratory Testing
Our in-house laboratory capabilities mean faster results and more coordinated care. Unlike external labs, we control the testing process from collection to result delivery, minimizing delays and errors. Our phlebotomists are highly skilled at obtaining samples with minimal discomfort. We serve patients from throughout NYC with efficient testing that fits into busy schedules, and we coordinate results directly with your ongoing care.
Insurance & Payment Information for New York Patients
Most laboratory testing is covered by insurance when medically necessary. We accept most major insurance plans and will verify coverage before testing. For self-pay patients, we offer competitive cash prices for common tests. Our billing team can provide cost estimates upfront so there are no surprises.
Schedule Your Laboratory Testing in Astoria
Get the answers you need for informed health decisions. Our Astoria clinic welcomes patients from Queens, Manhattan, Brooklyn, Nassau County, Westchester, and throughout New York City for comprehensive laboratory and diagnostic testing. Whether you need routine blood work, rapid infection testing, or cardiac evaluation, our efficient services provide timely results. Contact us today to schedule your testing appointment.