Laboratory

Please be advised: All lab tests are by appointment. Call 320-532-3154 to schedule. (For Direct Access Testing, please stop at the Admissions desk first.)

Easy access under one roof

The Mille Lacs Health System Laboratory is committed to providing high-quality service to our patients and customers. We perform high-complexity testing across many areas of laboratory science and partner with reference laboratories for additional testing. The hospital laboratory is staffed 24 hours a day, and satellite labs are located in the Onamia, Garrison, Hillman, Milaca, and Isle family medicine clinics for patient convenience.

Direct Access Testing

Direct Access Testing allows individuals to obtain select laboratory tests without a provider order. This option is available for patients who are visiting from out of town, do not have insurance, or want to check certain health conditions. Testing is offered for a limited number of lab tests and during specific hours.

Click here to view available tests, pricing, and instructions.

What makes our lab special?

It’s seamless healthcare for the patient. Your lab work is ordered by your provider, and you don’t have to walk far or drive outside the building to get your lab work done.
We also provide drug screening collection services for local businesses.

Lab Hours:

Mon-Fri: 9:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m.
Sat/Sun: Closed

Good to Know

The Mille Lacs Health System Laboratory offers rapid molecular PCR testing using Cepheid GeneXpert technology, with results typically available in about one hour.

Available testing includes Group A Streptococcus and a 4-Plex respiratory panel that detects Influenza A, Influenza B, COVID-19, and RSV from a single sample. Tests are available at the hospital laboratory and at the Milaca, Isle, Hillman, and Garrison family medicine clinics.