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Laboratory

We are committed to providing a full range of laboratory tests in a caring environment. We strive to ensure you receive personalized care, starting the moment you arrive at the laboratory's check-in counter. Our phlebotomy team offers fast, convenient, and friendly service, while our medical technologists are dedicated to reporting accurate and reliable test results using state-of-the-art equipment.

All services are walk-in. No appointment necessary. A provider must have entered the order for testing into the MHS GENESIS system.

Lab orders from non-Department of War providers are processed for active duty personnel only. All other beneficiaries will need to use a lab within the Humana Network.  Visit Humana Military and select the LabCorp or Quest Diagnostics button to search for a patient service center near you.   

Services offered

  • Routine blood draws (phlebotomy)
  • Urinalysis 
  • Post-vasectomy testing 
  • General chemistry testing (various tests) 
  • Blood testing (Hematology)
    • Complete Blood Count: Looks at your red and white blood cells and platelets to check for things like anemia or infection
    • Coagulation testing (PT, PTT and INR): Measures how well your blood clots. These tests are not performed on-site. Samples are sent to Walter Reed. 
    • Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR): Checks for inflammation in the body, which can be a sign of infection or other conditions.
  • Antibody testing (serology):COVID/ flu /RSV PCR, Mono Test, RPR
  • 3-hour glucose tolerance testing: Measures your glucose after you fast for at least eight hours. It is often used to screen or monitor for prediabetes or diabetes.  Please arrive before 8 a.m. to allow enough time for testing.

Some blood tests require fasting for a certain amount of time. The fasting time may vary depending on the test. Your doctor will let you know if you need to fast before a blood test. If required, fast 8 – 10 hours.  Only water can be consumed during fasting.

Services NOT offered

  • Toxicology 
  • Semen analysis 
  • Therapeutic drug monitoring 
  • Blood gas 
  • Blood bank/ transfusion services  
  • Microbiology

Important Information

  • Present your DoD ID card to verify eligibility for treatment and ensure accurate patient identification.
  • All specimens must be submitted in properly labeled container with patient name, date of birth, social security or DOD ID, family member prefix, and date.
  • Our lab staff will not provide you with lab results or other Protected Health Information. You will be referred to your health care provider, clinic or customer service. 

Contact Us

Phone

301-677-8830

Hours

Monday–Friday
7:30–11:45 a.m. &
12:30–4 p.m.

See below for delayed opening dates & hours

Location

1st floor

Delayed Openings

Schedule for adjusted hours/early closures/delayed open:
Feb. 5: Open at 10 AM 
Mar. 5: Open at 11:30 AM
April 9: Open at 10 AM
May 7: Open at 10 AM
June 4: Open at 11:30 AM
July 9: Open at 10 AM 
Aug. 6: Open at 10 AM
Sept. 17: Open at 11:30 AM
 
Don't forget to keep your family's information up-to-date in DEERS.