Laboratory Services
Accurate Laboratory Testing with Compassionate Care—Close to Home
When your healthcare provider orders laboratory testing, you want accurate results, timely service, and caring professionals you can trust. At Neshoba General Hospital, our laboratory combines advanced technology with experienced professionals to provide dependable testing for patients throughout Neshoba County and the surrounding communities.
Using state-of-the-art automated analyzers and rigorous quality standards, we perform a wide range of testing to help physicians diagnose illness, monitor chronic conditions, and guide treatment decisions.
Laboratory testing plays an essential role in modern healthcare, with the majority of medical decisions relying on accurate laboratory results. That is why every specimen we receive is managed with precision, care, and a commitment to quality.
Comprehensive Laboratory Services
Our laboratory performs a wide variety of testing, including:
- Routine blood work
- Complete Blood Counts (CBC)
- Clinical chemistry testing
- Diabetes and cholesterol testing
- Coagulation testing
- Urinalysis
- Immunology testing
- Blood typing and transfusion (Blood Bank) services
- Therapeutic drug monitoring
- Other physician-ordered laboratory testing
Many routine laboratory tests are performed in-house, allowing physicians to receive results as quickly as possible so important treatment decisions can be made without unnecessary delays.
When specialized testing is required, we coordinate additional testing through our trusted reference laboratory partners, HubCare Pathology and Laboratory Corporation of America.
Quality You Can Trust
The Neshoba General Hospital Laboratory is federally certified under CLIA '88 and licensed by the State of Mississippi. We maintain strict internal quality control procedures, participate in external proficiency testing, and actively participate in the hospital's Performance Improvement Program to ensure every patient receives accurate, reliable laboratory results.
Our experienced team includes:
- A board-certified Medical Director
- ASCP-certified Medical Laboratory Scientists and Medical Laboratory Technicians
- Certified phlebotomists committed to providing safe, professional, and compassionate care.
Outpatient Laboratory Services
Our outpatient laboratory welcomes patients with laboratory orders from healthcare providers both within and outside the Neshoba General Hospital system.
Appointments are not required for routine outpatient laboratory testing. Upon arrival, patients should check in through Outpatient Admissions and bring:
- A valid photo ID
- Insurance information
- A laboratory order from their healthcare provider
Physician orders may also be faxed in advance to 601-663-1491.
If you have questions about outpatient laboratory services or registration hours, please contact the hospital before your visit.
Serving Our Community
The Neshoba General Hospital Laboratory proudly provides testing services for:
- Hospital inpatients
- Emergency Department patients
- Outpatients
- Local physician offices
- Nursing homes
- Home health agencies
Our goal is to provide high-quality laboratory services close to home so patients can receive exceptional care without unnecessary travel outside our community.
Around-the-Clock Support
While routine outpatient laboratory services are available during outpatient registration hours, our laboratory team provides 24-hour support for hospitalized patients and emergency medical care, ensuring physicians have access to critical laboratory information whenever it is needed.
At Neshoba General Hospital, we understand that every specimen represents a person—not just a test. Whether you are visiting us for routine blood work or receiving emergency care, our laboratory professionals are committed to delivering accurate results with the professionalism, compassion, and personal attention our community has trusted for generations.
For more information about our lab services or testing availability, please contact Mitze Singleton at msingleton@neshobageneral.com or 601-663-1490.