CentraCare - Rice Memorial Hospital Direct Lab

  • To maintain social distancing guidelines, one appointment will be available every 15 minutes.
  • All patients must be screened and masked upon entry; symptomatic people will not be admitted.
  • To schedule a direct lab access appointment at Rice, call 320-231-4500.
  • With the increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, if you have any symptoms you will need to reschedule your Direct Lab Access appointment. Call 320-231-4500 to reschedule.
  • Symptoms of COVID-19 can include fever, cough, shortness of breath, chills, headache, muscle or body aches, sore throat, fatigue, congestion or runny nose, new loss of taste or smell. Others could include nausea or vomiting and diarrhea.

General Public Lab Testing

Direct Lab Access is a quick, easy, and inexpensive way for you to receive lab tests. It is a health care resource that is open to the general public Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. in the lab at CentraCare - Rice Memorial Hospital.

If you do not have healthcare insurance, or if you have high insurance deductible and co-pays, you may find Direct Lab Access to be an affordable way to get the information you need.

Download the Direct Laboratory Access Testing form (pdf)

Questions about lab tests?

Most of the Direct Lab Access test results come with a handout explaining the normal range for that particular test. For more detailed information, please contact your healthcare provider.

LabTestsOnline.org is a public resource about clinical laboratory testing. It is written by laboratory professionals. It has been designed to help you better understand the many clinical laboratory tests that are part of the routine care as well as diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of conditions and diseases.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Does my doctor need to order these tests for me?

    A physician’s order is not required, however, we encourage you to share the results with your healthcare provider.

  • Will a copy of the results be sent to my doctor?

    To keep costs low, we do not send results to your healthcare provider. You may share the results directly with your healthcare provider.Will a copy of the results be sent to my doctor?

  • Where do I go to get the tests?

    Direct Lab Access is located on the first floor of Rice Memorial Hospital. You do not need to register in the lobby. Go directly to the lab.

  • When are you open?

    The tests are available Monday through Friday (excluding holidays), from 7:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.

  • Do I need to fast beforehand?

    All tests that recommend or require fasting are noted on the Lab Test menu.

  • How long will it take?

    It takes just a few minutes for the test sample to be taken. Depending on the test, results may be available in about an hour. Some tests may take up to a few days to receive results. All results will be sent directly to you at the address you provide. Any abnormal results will be noted by the pathologist.

  • Will you bill my insurance company?

    Your insurance will not be billed. All tests must be paid for by cash, check or credit card at the time of the test.

  • Do I need to be 18?

    Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.