FAQs
Getting your results
Most test results are available within 2-5 days of collection. Yet some complex testing may take 14 days or more. Quest sends completed test results directly to the ordering doctor for review. Results will also be available in your MyQuest account as tests are completed.
Which is better, LabCorp or Quest Diagnostics? ›
Conclusion: Choosing between Labcorp and Quest Diagnostics ultimately depends on your specific healthcare needs, location, and personal preferences. Both labs are reputable, offer a wide range of services, and maintain high standards of quality and accuracy.
How do you talk to a real person at Quest? ›
Please call us at 1.866. MYQUEST | Quest Diagnostics.
What does gray mean on quest lab results? ›
Definition and construction of the grey zone. We define the grey zone of a quantitative test as an area of. values where the discriminatory performance is 'insufficient', in. the sense that a value in the grey zone does not allow the target. disease to be scored as either present or absent.
How quickly will a doctor call with blood test results? ›
Getting your blood test results
You may get your blood test results after a few days, and usually within a few weeks. If you do not hear anything after a few weeks, contact the GP surgery or specialist. The GP, nurse, or specialist should talk to you about your results and explain what happens next.
What blood tests take the longest to get results? ›
The following blood tests will take longer:
- Diabetes blood test (Hba1c) – 1 week.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis blood test – 1 week.
- Coeliac blood test (endomyssial antibody) – 2 weeks.
- Vitamin D blood test – 3 weeks.
Why is Quest so much cheaper than Labcorp? ›
However, if you're asking about the price, our Quest prices are lower simply because our agreements with Quest are a bit different than those with Labcorp. Both Quest & Labcorp are America's largest clinical laboratories that we've partnered with for collection and processing of specimens for our customers since 2005.
Who is Quest Diagnostics biggest competitor? ›
Quest Diagnostics's competitors
- Quest Diagnostics.
- Invitae.
- Sonic Healthcare.
- Abbott.
- Thermo Fisher Scientific.
- Labcorp.
Does Quest Diagnostics make mistakes? ›
Diagnostic Errors
Quest Diagnostics is regularly sued for lab errors and other diagnosis failures that, in worst-case scenarios, ended in the patient dying from either their original illness or a reaction from using the wrong medication.
Does Quest Diagnostics text you? ›
Note: By choosing text notifications, you agree to receive texts/calls, including by autodialed or prerecorded means, regarding this and future appointments, your account, or Quest Diagnostics services, at the number you provide. Consent is not a condition of purchasing any goods/services. Normal charges may apply.
A payment may be required at the time of service for all past due balances. Quest Diagnostics reserves the right to refuse laboratory services for failure to pay for past services.
Do doctors call you if test results are bad? ›
Remember there are many reasons why a healthcare provider will contact you after a medical test. If results are concerning, they may call you or have a receptionist call to schedule an appointment. 15 A healthcare provider may also call to assure you everything is okay or discuss any needed follow-up tests.
What is flag A in a blood test? ›
On lab printouts, labs that are abnormal are indicated with a mark. There is often an empty column with marks identifying which rows contain abnormal bloodwork results. The mark may be an asterisk, or an "H" for high or "L" for low or "A" for abnormal.
Why are MyQuest lab results taking so long? ›
Most tests are performed within a few days, but some complex testing can take longer to complete. Results delivery is based on how your tests were ordered or purchased. If your healthcare professional ordered your tests, your results are sent directly to your healthcare professional as soon as testing is complete.
How long do Quest Diagnostics drug test results take? ›
Negative screening results are often released within 24 hours and non-negative screens are typically released within an additional 24 to 72 hours. Q: Can a urine drug test be beaten or adulterated? A: While it is the most common drug testing method, urine testing is not foolproof.
How long do labs take to do? ›
It may vary from a short wait to 24 hours to multiple days or weeks. From cholesterol levels to blood counts, there are many blood tests available. Sometimes, results are available within minutes of performing the test. In other instances, it can take days or weeks to obtain blood test results.
How long does it take to get blood drawn? ›
After the needle is inserted, a small amount of blood will be collected into a test tube or vial. You may feel a little sting when the needle goes in or out. This usually takes less than five minutes. Venipuncture is the most common way to do a blood test.
How long does Blood work take to come back in the ER? ›
How long do blood tests take? Blood work sent to the lab can take two to three hours to result, and some specialized tests will take longer.