Blood & Bone Marrow Transplant & Immune Cell Therapy
Stem cell transplants replace bone marrow destroyed by cancer or cancer treatments like chemotherapy or radiation.
Laboratory Services
Fast results, so you can quickly get the answers you need
For your doctor to make the right diagnosis, they need as much information as possible. Our pathology and lab teams deliver fast and accurate results for a range of healthcare needs.
We operate 24/7 so your doctor can complete your diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible.
Our lab professionals help your physician by:
- Consulting with your medical team about the most appropriate laboratory testing
- Performing screening tests for evaluating your health
- Providing complex testing for serious life-threatening conditions
- Processing and interpreting biopsies, tissue, bone marrow and fine needle aspirations
- Offering a diagnosis based on your clinical history and laboratory testing
- Overseeing quality of laboratory services within the IU Health laboratory system
We specialize in lab work for the following services:
Cancer
Our pathologists specialize in evaluating cancer involving different body organs. We provide testing for the genetic defects associated with these cancers.
Cardiovascular disease
We quickly evaluate laboratory testing to help doctors diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease.
Hematologic disorders
Our fully automated IU Health Pathology Laboratory in downtown Indianapolis is one of a kind in the nation. We conduct testing and evaluation of hematologic and coagulation/bleeding problems.
Molecular pathology
We use molecular techniques to detect many microbes and viruses so you can quickly be prescribed the correct antibiotic.
Neuroscience
Several of our pathologists have special training to evaluate nerve, muscle and ophthalmic tissue.
Pediatrics
Some of our pathologists and phlebotomists are specially trained to run tests on children’s laboratory samples. They are skilled in drawing blood from our smallest patients.
Transplant
Transplant patients are treated with special drugs to prevent organ rejection. Our laboratories provide testing to help doctors ensure they give the right amount of anti-rejection drug.
Women’s Health
Our pathologists and laboratory professionals run tests for breast and gynecologic cancers, prenatal care and STDs.
Outpatient Services
If your primary care physician or specialist has ordered tests, we can help with that too. We have convenient outpatient labs to serve you and your family.
Our Approach to Laboratory Services
We operate 24/7 so your doctor can complete your diagnosis and treatment as quickly as possible.
Our lab professionals help your physician by:
- Consulting with your medical team about the most appropriate laboratory testing
- Performing screening tests for evaluating your health
- Providing complex testing for serious life-threatening conditions
- Processing and interpreting biopsies, tissue, bone marrow and fine needle aspirations
- Offering a diagnosis based on your clinical history and laboratory testing
- Overseeing quality of laboratory services within the IU Health laboratory system
We specialize in lab work for the following services:
Cancer
Our pathologists specialize in evaluating cancer involving different body organs. We provide testing for the genetic defects associated with these cancers.
Cardiovascular disease
We quickly evaluate laboratory testing to help doctors diagnose and treat cardiovascular disease.
Hematologic disorders
Our fully automated IU Health Pathology Laboratory in downtown Indianapolis is one of a kind in the nation. We conduct testing and evaluation of hematologic and coagulation/bleeding problems.
Molecular pathology
We use molecular techniques to detect many microbes and viruses so you can quickly be prescribed the correct antibiotic.
Neuroscience
Several of our pathologists have special training to evaluate nerve, muscle and ophthalmic tissue.
Pediatrics
Some of our pathologists and phlebotomists are specially trained to run tests on children’s laboratory samples. They are skilled in drawing blood from our smallest patients.
Transplant
Transplant patients are treated with special drugs to prevent organ rejection. Our laboratories provide testing to help doctors ensure they give the right amount of anti-rejection drug.
Women’s Health
Our pathologists and laboratory professionals run tests for breast and gynecologic cancers, prenatal care and STDs.
Outpatient Services
If your primary care physician or specialist has ordered tests, we can help with that too. We have convenient outpatient labs to serve you and your family.
Frequently Asked Questions about Laboratory Services
How long should I fast before a blood draw?
How long you should fast before a blood draw depends on what you are being tested for. It is typically recommended to go eight hours without eating. For lipid panels, it could be up to 12 hours. Fasting is important because when you eat, you absorb nutrients into your bloodstream, which can affect your blood test results. Ask your doctor what you can eat or drink and how soon to fast before a blood test.
Can a tumor be detected by blood work?
Yes, there are special blood tests that can identify chemicals in our blood that are markers for tumors. For example, the prostate-specific antigen (PSA) test measures the levels of a protein made by the prostate, which can be a sign of prostate tumors. There are also tests that can identify markers for ovarian, pancreatic, colon and testicular tumors. Your doctor will need to do additional testing beyond blood tests to confirm a cancer diagnosis.
Where can I get blood work done near me?
There are often several laboratories spread throughout the community that offer blood tests. Find the closest IU Health Lab near you.
What does blood work show?
A blood test is the most common medical test ordered. It can measure your overall health, monitor how your organs are functioning, confirm pregnancy or screen for diseases like cancer, infection, heart disease, diabetes, HIV/AIDS or blood disorders. Blood tests also help doctors monitor treatments you are having to see if they are working. Your doctor may also request a blood draw for genetic testing to see if you inherited markers for specific conditions
How long do STD tests take?
Tests for sexually transmitted disease or illness (STI or STD) can vary depending on what you are testing for. The test itself may take only a few minutes, depending on whether it’s a urine test, blood test, physical exam or oral or genital swab. Based on the type of test, you could have results within 20 minutes with a rapid HIV test or within a few days for most other tests. Some more complex tests can take up to a week to return results.
IU Health Pathology & Lab evaluates more than 19 million tests each year. Our team has more than 40 expert pathologists and 700 highly qualified laboratory professionals. We are accredited by state, federal and independent accrediting agencies.
Through our partnership with the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Indiana University, we participate in the training of pathology and lab professionals. We are the only training program in Indiana for residency and fellowship in pathology.
Why IU Health for Laboratory Services
IU Health Pathology & Lab evaluates more than 19 million tests each year. Our team has more than 40 expert pathologists and 700 highly qualified laboratory professionals. We are accredited by state, federal and independent accrediting agencies.
Through our partnership with the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Indiana University, we participate in the training of pathology and lab professionals. We are the only training program in Indiana for residency and fellowship in pathology.