What are in-house labs?

At Newage Medical Group, many common lab tests start with a blood draw right here in our office. Instead of travelling to a separate laboratory, you can have your blood drawn during your visit, and your provider can follow up with you about the results.

Some samples are analysed in our office, and others are sent to an outside laboratory. We work with Quest Diagnostics for outside lab analysis where applicable.

Lab testing helps your provider see what a physical exam alone cannot — for example, your blood sugar, cholesterol and other values that guide your care.

Why in-house labs help

• Faster answers. Your blood is drawn during your visit, so there is no extra appointment at another lab before your testing can begin.
• No separate trip. One visit can cover your appointment and your blood draw.
• Care in one place. Your own provider orders the labs, and follows up with you about what the results mean.
• Easier follow-up. For ongoing conditions, repeat labs can be done at your regular visits, so your provider can track changes over time.

Common uses for lab testing

• Annual physical labs — routine blood work that goes with your yearly physical.
• Chronic disease monitoring — following diabetes, cholesterol, thyroid and other ongoing conditions over time.
• Pre-visit testing — labs your provider orders before a follow-up, so the results are ready to discuss at your visit.
• Checking how treatment is working — repeat labs can help your provider see how a medicine or a care plan is working for you.

Some results come back quickly, and others take longer — especially tests sent to an outside laboratory. Your provider will tell you how and when you will hear about your results. We do not promise same-day results for every test.

What to expect

• Your provider orders the labs. Your provider will explain which tests are needed and why.
• We draw your blood in the office. A blood draw is usually taken from a vein in your arm. It takes only a few minutes.
• Fast when instructed. If fasting is needed, we will tell you in advance — usually nothing to eat or drink, except water, for a set number of hours before your visit. Please follow the instructions you are given.
• After the draw. A small bandage is placed on the spot, and you can go straight back to your normal day.
• Your results. Your provider reviews the results and contacts you to talk about next steps, if any are needed.

Frequently asked questions

Does a blood draw hurt?
Most people feel only a brief pinch or sting when the needle goes in. The spot may be a little sore or bruised afterwards, and that usually fades in a day or two.

Do I need to fast?
Only when we tell you to. Some tests need fasting, and others do not. If fasting is needed, we will tell you in advance how long to fast for.

How long until I get my results?
It depends on the test. Some results are ready quickly, and others take longer, especially tests sent to an outside laboratory. Your provider will tell you how and when you will hear from us.

Do you take patients without insurance?
Yes. We care for patients with or without insurance. Please call us if you have questions about lab testing at the clinic.

Visit us in Cutler Bay

Newage Medical Group
18901 SW 106th Ave, Suite A109, Cutler Bay, FL 33157
Phone: (305) 964-5980
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Saturday by appointment only
We care for patients with or without insurance, in English and Spanish.