Core Laboratory Testing

Routine chemistry and hematology panels providing the foundation for accurate clinical care.

Comprehensive Test Panels,
Designed for Clarity

Proteus Genomics Laboratories offers a full range of core chemistry, hematology, and immunology panels to support routine screening, chronic disease management, and preventive care.

All testing adheres to CLIA standards with rapid turnaround times and precision instrumentation.

Panel Name

Included Tests / Analytes

Anemia Panel

Ferritin, Folate, Iron, Total Iron-Binding Capacity (TIBC), UIBC, Vitamin B12

Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)

Anion Gap Ratio (calc), Bicarbonate (CO₂), Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, eGFR, Glucose, Potassium, Sodium, Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)

ALT, Albumin, ALP, AST, Bilirubin (Total), Bicarbonate (CO₂), Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, eGFR, Globulin (calc), Glucose, Potassium, Protein (Total), Sodium, Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

Electrolyte Panel

Anion Gap Ratio (calc), Bicarbonate (CO₂), Calcium, Chloride, Potassium, Sodium

Hepatic Function Panel (Standard)

ALT, Albumin, ALP, AST, Bilirubin (Direct & Total), Globulin (calc), Protein (Total)

Hepatic Function Panel w/ GGT

Includes all of the above plus Gamma-glutamyl Transferase (GGT)

Iron Profile / TIBC / UIBC

Folate, Iron, TIBC, UIBC, Vitamin B12

Lipid Panel

Cholesterol (Total), Cholesterol/HDL Ratio (calc), LDL (calc), Lipoprotein, Triglycerides, VLDL (calc)

Renal Function Panel

Albumin, Bicarbonate (CO₂), BUN/Creatinine Ratio (calc), Calcium, Chloride, Creatinine, Glucose, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodium, Urea Nitrogen (BUN)

What to Expect

Simple, Safe, and Accurate Testing — From Collection to Results

1. Physician Order

Provider completes and signs the Proteus Laboratory Requisition Form with relevant ICD-10 codes.

2. Sample Collection

Specimens are collected in-clinic or via mobile phlebotomy following CLIA-compliant standards.

3. Laboratory Analysis

Proteus performs high-sensitivity molecular assays with integrated quality controls to detect pathogens and resistance genes.

4. Results & Reporting

Results are securely delivered to the ordering provider within 24–48 hours.

5. Clinical Integration

Providers review findings with patients and apply results to inform targeted, evidence-based treatment decisions.

Science, Service, and Speed You Can Trust

Every specimen entrusted to Proteus represents a patient decision. That’s why we combine advanced molecular technology with rigorous quality standards and responsive client services — ensuring providers receive results they can act on with confidence.

Ready to Get Started?

Before you begin, review the collection details below to ensure you have the right tools and tubes for accurate testing.

Download the appropriate Proteus Laboratory Requisition Form, prepare your collection materials, and follow the storage guidelines listed for each panel.

If you need assistance, our team is here to help every step of the way.

📄 Download Requisition Forms:

📧 Email: ClientServices@PLabs.com

📞 Call: (205) 820-0115

Need to restock collection supplies or request additional tubes? Contact us directly — we’ll handle the rest.

Panel(s) Tube Type Storage/Stability
Anemia Panel, BMP, CMP, Electrolyte Panel, Hepatic Function Panel (Standard), Hepatic Function Panel w/ GGT, Iron Profile, Lipid Panel, Renal Function Panel
SST (Serum Separator Tube)
Stable 72H Room Temp / 7 Days Refrigerated
CBC w/ diff, CBC w/o diff
L (Lavender Top)
Stable 24H Room Temp / 48H Refrigerated
PT/INR, D-Dimer
LB (Light Blue Top)
Stable 24H Room Temp / 48H Refrigerated
Phenobarbital, Dilantin, Lithium, Valproic Acid, PSA, Prealbumin, Troponin, Uric Acid, etc.
R (Red Top)
Stable 72H Room Temp / 7 Days Refrigerated
Urine Chemistries (Microalbumin, Creatinine, Urinalysis)
U (Urine)
Stable 24H Room Temp / 72H Refrigerated
C. Difficile, GI Panels
S (Stool)
Stable 24H Room Temp / 72H Refrigerated

RT = Room Temperature. Do not freeze specimens.

Ship to Proteus within 24 hours of collection whenever possible.