Principle Health Systems
Principle Health Systems offers a comprehensive range of laboratory services, including clinical chemistry, microbiology, molecular pathology, and toxicology testing. They serve various industries and provide specialized services such as mobile phlebotomy, pharmacogenomic testing, and rapid turnaround times for urgent testing needs.
Services
Principle Health Systems offers a comprehensive array of laboratory services, including clinical chemistry, microbiology, molecular pathology, and toxicology testing. Their services extend to mobile phlebotomy, which is particularly skilled in venipuncture for the geriatric population. They provide specialized testing for UTI, nail, and wound infections using molecular pathology, pharmacogenomic testing to guide medication prescriptions, and antibiotic resistance testing for various pathogens, including MRSA and ESBL. Additionally, they offer comprehensive microbiology testing, including cultures and rapid antigen testing for COVID-19, Flu A/B, and Strep A.
Industries Served
Principle Health Systems caters to diverse industries such as assisted living, home health, long-term acute care, skilled nursing, drug and substance treatment centers, and physician offices. They provide lab services to drug and substance treatment centers, helping monitor patient compliance and treatment effectiveness. Home health and hospice patients benefit from their mobile phlebotomy services, ensuring convenience and comfort. Their services are trusted by over 2,700 providers across 39 specialties throughout Texas.
Locations
Principle Health Systems has laboratory locations in Houston, Dallas/Ft. Worth, San Antonio, Austin/Temple, and Rio Grande Valley. These strategically placed labs enable them to serve a broad patient base and to conduct over 10 million lab tests annually. The company supports more than 300,000 patient encounters each year, and it provides 24-hour testing results for molecular pathology and a 72-hour turnaround time for toxicology results.
Technology and Accessibility
Principle Health Systems places a strong emphasis on technology and accessibility. They offer a user-friendly online portal and HL7 interfaces, which provide quick access to lab results. This ease of access is crucial for both medical professionals and patients. Additionally, they provide STAT services for urgent testing needs, ensuring timely delivery of critical lab results. Their reference lab services and partnerships enable on-premise labs to offer a wider variety of testing options.
Toxicology and Wellness Testing
Principle Health Systems provides extensive toxicology testing for over 80 different drugs using both urine and oral fluid samples. Their blood testing services cover areas like chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and immunoassay. They also offer wellness testing panels that include hormones, lipid profiles, diabetes testing, and more, helping patients maintain optimal health through preventive care.