Palos Urgent Care

Lab testing, in the same visit.

Many common tests are done here in the clinic during your visit. Walk in any day from 9 AM to 6 PM.

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Urgent care

Lab testing

A lab test checks a small sample, such as a throat or nose swab or urine, to help find the cause of your symptoms. Flu, COVID, strep, urine and pregnancy tests are done on site. Some samples are sent to an outside lab, and those results come back later.

Common reasons for a lab test

Fever, cough or body aches
A sore throat
Burning or pain when you urinate
A missed period or a possible pregnancy
A test your provider recommends after examining you

Trouble breathing, chest pain, blue lips, confusion or a person who is very hard to wake? Call 911. Do not drive yourself.

What to expect

Walk in
No appointment is needed. Tell us your symptoms and when they started.
Exam and sample
A provider examines you and decides which test fits. Staff collect the sample in the clinic.
Your result
The provider explains the result and your treatment. If a sample goes to an outside lab, we tell you how you will get that result.

Your doctor

Nada Elmakshbr, MD

Internal Medicine · Primary care and women's health

Cost and insurance

Call with your insurance card so we can check your specific plan. Our self-pay prices are below. Tests sent to an outside lab are billed separately.

Medicare
Illinois Medicaid
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Aetna
UnitedHealthcare
Humana

Not sure about your plan? Call (708) 529-7109 and we will check.

Self-pay prices

Office visit: $120
Visit with flu, COVID and strep tests: $145
Visit with urine test: $145
X-ray: $50
Stitches: from $220
School or sports physical: $30
Work or college physical: $70
Flu shot: $40

Common questions

Do I need an appointment for a lab test?

No. Walk in any day between 9 AM and 6 PM.

Which tests are done in the clinic?

Flu, COVID, strep, urine and pregnancy tests are done on site. Call to ask about any other test.

When will I get my results?

It depends on the test. Samples sent to an outside lab come back later, and we tell you how you will hear from us.

Will I get a separate bill for lab work?

You may. Tests sent to an outside lab are billed separately.

Do I need to fast before a lab test?

Not for flu, COVID, strep, urine or pregnancy tests. We will tell you if another test needs preparation.

When to Go to Urgent Care?

Lab testing in Palos Hills.