services list

AMA is equipped to perform a wide array of clinical laboratory tests ranging from routine assays to esoteric testing, requiring the latest and most advanced instrumentation.

Our rigorous standards and strict criteria for performance acceptability are based on quality and regulatory-driven laboratory operations. Along with our commitment to excellence, we constantly strive to improve our services in accordance with the principles of total and continuous quality assessment.

 

services overview

Advanced Medical Analysis Laboratory, LLC provides full-service and comprehensive laboratory services in anatomic and clinical pathology. In anatomic pathology, we provide surgical pathology, histology and cytology services. In clinical pathology, we perform diagnostic testing in the areas of hematology, immunohematology, immunology, serology, clinical chemistry, special chemistry, toxicology, endocrinology, microbiology, flow cytometry, and molecular diagnostics.

Clinical Pathology

Analytic testing at AMA Laboratory uses state-of-the-art instruments, offering the latest in modern technology. The assays are based on the most sensitive and specific tests currently available. The chemistry section has an automated system that features a sample manager that continuously transfers specimen tubes into online chemistry and immunochemistry instruments, improving workflow and turn-around time. Similarly, the hematology section has an automated sampling system, stainer and computer imaging of peripheral blood smears that allow for accurate and rapid hematology testing. We employ the latest in molecular diagnostic testing, using the latest DNA and RNA amplification system, real-time PCR, and automated nucleic acid extraction from patient specimens. Our microbiology section offers the most sophisticated instrumentation for the identification of bacterial organisms and determination of antibiotic susceptibilities or sensitivities. This enables clinicians to prescribe the most appropriate antibiotics for their patients. These cutting edge technologies exemplify AMA Laboratory’s commitment to accurate diagnostic testing and excellent patient care.

Anatomic Pathology

Surgical pathology services are offered in AMA Laboratory, including histology and immunochemistry. The cytology service accepts all types of gynecological Paps, including conventional and liquid-based Pap (Thin Prep, Surepath and ClearPrep). This department processes all types of anatomic specimens submitted from healthcare providers, including tissue biopsies and non-gynecologic cytology specimens such as urine cytology, body fluids and FNA samples.