When labs guide care.
Lab work is essential for diagnosing many emergencies — these are the most common situations where on-site labs matter most.
Common reasons.
Our lab supports the full range of ER evaluations — and connects to outside ordering when needed.
- ✓Symptom evaluation
- ✓Infection workup
- ✓Cardiac evaluation
- ✓Drug screening
- ✓Pre-procedure clearance
- ✓Chronic disease monitoring
When labs can't wait.
- ▸Need for urgent diagnosis
- ▸Cardiac symptoms (chest pain, palpitations)
- ▸Suspected serious infection
- ▸Diabetic emergency (DKA, severe hypo/hyperglycemia)
- ▸Unexplained bleeding requiring evaluation
- ▸Urgent pregnancy testing
Not sure? Call us.
Our nurses can help you decide.
Tests we offer.
Our on-site lab handles the full spectrum of emergency diagnostic testing 24/7.
Chemistry panels
Electrolytes, kidney function, liver enzymes, glucose, BMP and CMP.
Hematology
CBC, differential count, platelet count and reticulocyte studies.
Microbiology
Blood, urine, wound cultures and gram stains.
Urinalysis
Same-visit results — UTI, kidney function, pregnancy.
Coagulation studies
PT/INR, PTT and D-dimer for clot evaluation.
Rapid PCR & antigen tests
COVID, flu, RSV, strep — results in under an hour.
Why ER Of Fort Worth for labs.
Same-visit results
Most lab results back in 30-60 minutes — diagnosis and treatment in one visit.
Board-certified physicians
Lab results interpreted by emergency-medicine doctors, 24/7.
Imaging in the same building
CT, ultrasound and X-ray right alongside the lab.
All major insurance
BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, UHC, Humana, Medicare, Tricare. Full list →
Frequently asked questions.
How quickly do lab results come back?
Most basic tests return in 30-60 minutes. Cultures take 24-48 hours — we'll call you with results.
Do you do COVID, flu and RSV tests?
Yes — rapid PCR testing on-site for COVID, flu A/B, RSV and strep.
Can I get lab work without an ER visit?
Lab work performed in our facility is part of the ER evaluation. For routine outpatient labs, contact your primary care provider.
Will my doctor get the results?
We can fax or electronically send results to your primary care provider. Just give us their info at check-in.
Are lab tests covered by insurance?
Yes, when ordered as part of a medically necessary ER visit. We accept all major insurance.
Lab services across North Texas.
We serve patients from Fort Worth and surrounding communities including: