GENERAL INFORMATION

At University Health Services, we have an on-site CLIA (Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment) approved high complexity laboratory that is available to all registered students. Commonly ordered tests, such as complete blood work and urinalysis, are performed in the UHS lab. A reference lab (or outside lab) is used for less commonly ordered tests.

The lab is located in Room 33 in the basement of Ritenour Building. Bring a lab order from your clinician or your family physician to the reception window. No appointment is necessary for general lab requests. Special appointments are required for pre-employment drug screens and glucose tolerance testing. Please call (814) 865-6212 to schedule an appointment.

UHS Medical Technologists are certified by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. A board certified Pathologist serves as the Medical Director for laboratory operations.

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HOURS

The hours of service during spring and fall semester are:

	Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:	8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
	Wednesday:	9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
	Saturday during fall and spring semesters:	11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

During summer semester, the department is closed Monday through Friday from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. and is not open on Saturdays.

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COSTS

The basic clinic visit fee does not include the costs of laboratory services. There are separate fees for all lab services. The fee depends on the lab study ordered by your clinician. Students are responsible for all charges. Click on the following link for more information about
fees and insurance.