As a state of the art full-service reference laboratory specializing in rapid routine, toxicology, and molecular testing, we knew that the right thing to do was to step up to this unprecedented challenge, and play our part in stemming the spread of this global pandemic. Now, more than ever, our philosophy of getting accurate medical information into the hands of the right healthcare professionals, quickly, so they can take action, is absolutely crucial.
We are proud to provide COVID-19 diagnostic testing via serological antibody and qPCR with rapid results. We also provide Coronavirus antibody testing as well. Contact us today if you are a medical facility in need of rapid testing results for your patients. We are continuing to scale our testing capacity in the midst of this crisis to be able to meet the demands of the communities we serve.
In response to the ongoing coronavirus outbreak, we have worked tirelessly to facilitate the rapid collection and interpretation of data, using a fast and highly sensitive instrumentation from top diagnostic manufacturers. HealthQuest Esoterics is a COLA certified, CLIA compliant medical testing laboratory, capable of performing such high complexity tests in an effective and efficient manner. We follow all standard confirmatory testing and reporting guidelines according to the appropriate public health authorities.
The TaqPath™ COVID-19 Combo Kit is for prescription use only. Check with your healthcare professional if you are eligible for testing.
If a test has been ordered by your healthcare professional, you should receive a comprehensive Fact Sheet that explains the risks and benefits of the test, which you can discuss with your healthcare provider. Our in-house customer service team is also available to answer any other questions you may have about your test.
A real-time reverse transcription polymerase chain reaction (RT-PCR) test will qualitatively detect nucleic acid from SARS-CoV-2, the virus behind the outbreak. After nasopharyngeal swab, nasopharyngeal aspirate, and bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) specimens are collected from patients suspected of having COVID-19, they are brought to our laboratory so the tests can be performed.
This testing kit contains targeted specificity to 100% of the currently available complete genomes for the SARS-CoV-2 virus. The genetic analysis data is also automatically converted into a diagnosis to reduce the risk of interpretation errors. Our qualified and trained clinical laboratory personnel have been specifically trained in the techniques of real-time PCR and in-vitro diagnostic procedures, so you can rest assured that you are receiving the most accurate testing results possible.
As a team, we are approaching this in the same way we’ve done for our clients in the past: By taking on the challenge, and saying yes. We are used to being agile and responsive, and that ability to adapt to any situation our clients and their patients require of us, is helping us to take on this responsibility, and say yes to this call to serve. Though the scale may be daunting, we are proud to play our part in this for our nation, and for the world.
Whether you have questions about our testing capabilities or billing structure, get in touch with us today and a member of our team in Southern California will be able to address any of your concerns.
If you are a healthcare professional who needs to perform non-COVID-19 diagnostic tests on patients, our laboratory is still committed to delivering the rapid results you need to provide your patients with the best possible care. Please contact us to learn more.