Frequently Asked Questions

Laboratory

»	Do I need to be fasting? If I am fasting for a blood test, for how long should I be fasting?
»	How long will I expect to wait once I arrive in the laboratory?
»	How will my physician get my lab results?
»	My physician is not affiliated with one of your hospitals. Can I still have testing done with your laboratory?

»	Who is a pathologist? What does he/she do to help me?
»	Why am I receiving a bill from the pathologist?
»	Does the hospital pay the pathologists?
»	What if I have more questions about my insurance coverage or other concerns?

»	What does it take to be a blood donor?
»	When I give blood, what will happen first?
»	Is there anything special I need to do before my donation?
»	How long does the blood donation take?
»	How long will it take to replenish the pint?
»	How will I feel after the donation?
»	How soon after donating can I get back to my normal routine?
»	What happens to my blood after donating?
»	Can I get AIDS if I give blood?
»	How often can I give blood?
»	Who can I contact to speak about other concerns or to schedule and appointment?