Laboratory Services for Patients

Some Guthrie locations require an appointment. Take a moment to call the Guthrie location to confirm availability. Guthrie Sayre blood collection appointments are available using your eGuthrie account.

Yes. We recommend providing laboratory orders one week in advance. Orders may be submitted by:

• Email: laborders@guthrie.org
• Fax: 570-887-6872

Laboratory orders received prior to specimen collection are evaluated and entered in the computer system, reducing wait times and ensuring results are properly routed. 
 

Yes. Water hydrates your veins. Hydrated veins are easier to find and collect blood from.

Fasting means you cannot eat or drink anything for approximately 8-12 hours prior to blood collection. You may drink water or black coffee only. You do not have to fast unless your doctor has ordered a fasting test. Two common tests that often require fasting are glucose (8 hour fast) and lipid panels (12 hour fast).

Many test results are complete within 24 hours however there are numerous tests that take several days to complete due to the complex nature of the tests. Such tests include surgical tissue specimens and bacteria cultures. Lab results are available in eGuthrie after your provider has reviewed your tests.

If your doctor is not a Guthrie provider, a paper laboratory requisition will be required and current health insurance information. Non-Guthrie providers are encouraged to submit laboratory orders one week prior to specimen collection. Orders may be faxed to Sayre Phlebotomy at 570-887-3904 or emailed to laborders@guthrie.org.

Your laboratory results are available from your eGuthrie account. If you have questions regarding your test results, please contact your ordering physician.

Future orders can be viewed using eGuthrie Upcoming Tests and Procedures or by contacting your Guthrie phlebotomy office who will be able to assist you.

Please contact the Guthrie Billing office via your eGuthrie account or by calling the office direct at 1-800-836-9990.