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Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories  invites you to join the conversation about the recent $300,000 in donations received by Luigi Mangione, accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This significant amount was raised through a crowdfunding campaign to support Mangione's legal defense. The outpouring of support highlights widespread frustration with the current healthcare system. Many donors expressed their anger towards insurance companies, citing issues such as denied claims and overwhelming medical debt. Mangione's case has become a symbol of the struggle against a system perceived as prioritizing profits over people. Recent reports suggest that insurance providers like United Healthcare and Cigna are denying claims at an increased rate due to faulty AI software. This AI software automatically denies claims without taking certain circumstances into consideration, leading to numerous complaints from patients and healthcare providers. For example, UnitedHealth has been accused of using an AI model with a 90% error rate to deny elderly patients medically necessary coverage. This has resulted in patients being prematurely kicked out of care facilities and forced to deplete their savings to continue receiving necessary medical care. Have you had a bad experience with insurance?  We want to hear your stories and thoughts on the matter. Share your experiences in the comments and join the discussion on how we can improve healthcare for everyone. Disclaimer : Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories does not endorse any particular stance on this issue. We are committed to providing high-quality medical testing services and fostering open dialogue about healthcare challenges. Prevention is the Best Cure: Schedule Your Health Screening Today! At Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories , we believe that taking a proactive approach to your health is the key to a longer, healthier life. Regular health screenings can help detect potential health issues before they become serious, giving you peace of mind and the best chance for successful treatment. Don’t wait for symptoms to appear— schedule your appointment with us today and take the first step towards a healthier future. Our team of experts is here to provide you with comprehensive and accurate medical tests tailored to your individual needs. Remember, prevention is the best cure. Book your health screening now and invest in your well-being!

Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories is an affordable and efficient medical laboratory located in Northern Virginia in Sterling, VA and in Ashburn, VA just minutes from One Loudoun. At our facility, we strive to provide the highest possible quality testing for doctors, companies and organizations, and for individual patients. OUR CURRENT HOURS ARE: Monday 9am - 3pm Tuesday 9am - 3pm Wednesday 9am - 3pm Thursday 9am - 3pm Friday 9am - 3pm Saturday 9am - 3pm* Sunday: Closed* *Appointments are highly recommended on Monday-Saturdays and major Holidays are by appointment only Please contact us ahead of time to verify if walk-ins are available. Schedule An Appointment ABOUT CLINICAL DIAGNOSTIC LABORATORIES Preferred Diagnostic Center in Loudoun County Our main goal is to provide an alternative testing facility for individuals: doctors, as well as hospitals that is affordable and convenient. What makes Clinical Diagnostics Laboratories different from the others? We provide excellent service with a personal and friendly touch. We have an on-call Director at the Lab who has a Ph.D. in Pathology. Our Full-time Technologist has over ten years of experience in the Medical Lab field. Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories has grown quickly throughout the area with respect to returning individuals, referrals and walk-ins because we treat our patients with dignity and respect. “Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories is recognized as the TOP Diagnostic Lab for the Northern Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland regions and is featured on the TOP Doctors Interviews which are seen on CNN Headline News, MSNBC, Oprah Winfrey Network, BRAVO and other networks” About Us Services We Provide Our laboratory provides services for a variety of organizations and companies across a wide array of industries. Whether you're a private organization, government contractor, medical facility, small to large company, or something else entirely, we have the resources to help you achieve your desired goals. Please inquire for more information. View All Services We Accept Most Insurances At our Medical Laboratory, we accept most forms of insurance. We strive to make our services as accessible as possible, so nearly all forms of insurance are accepted. However due to the ever-changing nature of policies and individual insurance plans, we highly recommend that you check with your insurance provider prior to any appointment in order to make sure your coverage is up-to-date and covered at our facility. Let Us Come to You Our on-site services extend to Northern Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC We care about our patients and understand that being home-bound or taking time out of your busy schedule can make diagnostic testing inconvenient, that is why Clinical Diagnostics Laboratories will come to you. Schedule An Appointment

Ordering information regarding a ​Rheumatoid Factor (RF) for Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories. Rheumatoid Factor (RF) Ordering Recommendation Aids in the workup of suspected rheumatoid arthritis or undifferentiated inflammatory arthritides. Consider ordering this test in conjunction with Cyclic Citrullinated Peptide (CCP) Antibody, IgG (0055256 ) to increase specificity and sensitivity. Rheumatoid Arthritis Panel (3004055 ) is the preferred test. Mnemonic Methodology Quantitative Immunoturbidimetry Performed Mon-Sat Reported Within 24 hours New York DOH Approval Status This test is New York DOH approved. Specimen Required Patient Preparation: Fasting specimen preferred. Collect: Serum separator tube or plasma separator tube. Also acceptable: Green (lithium heparin), lavender or pink. Specimen Preparation: Allow the specimen to clot completely at room temperature. Transfer 0.5 mL serum or plasma to a Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.5 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma or other body fluids. Contaminated, hemolyzed, grossly icteric, or grossly lipemic specimens. Remarks: Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient: 24 hours; Refrigerated: 8 days; Frozen: 3 months (should not be thawed more than once) Reference Interval 0-14 IU/mL Interpretive Data Note CPT Code 86431 Components Component Chart Name Rheumatoid Factor Component Test Code 0050465 LOINC 11572-5 Aliases RA RF Rheumatoid Arthritis Factor

Ordering information regarding a Serine Proteinase 3 (PR3) Antibody for Clinical Diagnostic Laboratories. Serine Proteinase 3 (PR3) Antibody Ordering Recommendation When used in conjunction with other autoantibody tests (ANCA, MPO), may aid in differentiating suspected Wegener granulomatosis (WG) from other vasculitides. May be useful to monitor patients with PR3 antibodies. Panel tests are available. For the workup of suspected vasculitis, refer to ANCA-Associated Vasculitis Profile (ANCA/MPO/PR3) (3003745 ). For patients with a history of vasculitis, refer to Myeloperoxidase (MPO) Antibody and Serine Proteinase 3 (PR3) Antibody with Reflex to Anti-Neutrophil Cytoplasmic Antibody, IgG by IFA (3003746 ). Mnemonic PR3 Performed Mon-Sat Methodology Semi-Quantitative Multiplex Bead Assay Reported 1-2 Days New York DOH Approval Status This test is New York DOH approved. Specimen Required Patient Preparation: Collect: Serum separator tube. Specimen Preparation: Separate serum from cells ASAP or within 2 hours of collection. Transfer 1 mL serum to a Standard Transport Tube. (Min: 0.2 mL) Storage/Transport Temperature: Refrigerated. Unacceptable Conditions: Plasma, urine, or other body fluids. Contaminated, hemolyzed, or severely lipemic specimens., icteric, or lipemic specimens. Remarks: Stability: After separation from cells: Ambient: 48 hours; Refrigerated: 2 weeks; Frozen: 1 year (avoid repeated freeze/thaw cycles) Reference Interval 19 AU/mL or less Negative 20-25 AU/mL 26 AU/mL or greater Equivocal Positive Interpretive Data Approximately 85% of patients with a C-ANCA pattern by IFA have antibodies specific for PR3. Compliance Category: FDA Note CPT Code 83516 Components Component Chart Name Serine Proteinase 3 (PR3) Ab, IgG Component Test Code 0050527 LOINC 6968-2 Aliases PR3 PR3 Ab PR3 IgG Antibodies