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STAT Testing

Some tests are eligible for expedited results. Please carefully read the instructions below on how to submit a STAT sample.

 

What Tests Can I Expedite?

If your desired test is not on this list, please contact the laboratory directly to see if STAT testing can be arranged. Each lab's contact information is available on its webpage.

View Available STAT Tests

 

How to Submit a STAT Sample

To ensure prompt turnaround time on STAT submissions, submitters MUST follow the instructions below.

  • Write "STAT" clearly on the submission form.
  • For hand-delivered samples
    • It is helpful to verbally notify the technician at the receiving window that your sample is STAT priority.
  • For shipped samples
    • Write large X's in black marker on all sides of the shipping box.
    • Email STATalert@cornell.edu before 7 a.m. EST with the tracking number, test name, if it's for export or regulatory purposes, patient information and account number within the body of the email, or attach a copy of the submission form.
  • Timing
    • Both the sample and test request must be received by 11:30 a.m. EST on the day of testing. This may require the use of Priority Overnight (FedEx) or Next Day Early (UPS) shipping services.

For cortisol and canine progesterone Immulite tests: A STAT request is only required if the sample arrives after 2 p.m. EST.

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Fees

STAT requests for multiple animals or multiple tests may incur additional fees.

Weekdays before 11:30 a.m. EST

  • Anatomic Pathology: $140
  • Clinical Pathology: $50
  • All other laboratories: $70

Saturdays, weekdays after 11:30 a.m. EST

  • All laboratories: $280

Holidays

Special Cases

Anatomic Pathology Laboratory

The fee above only applies to histopathology submissions and result turnaround time depends on adequate tissue fixation.

Clinical Pathology Laboratory

The above policy applies to STAT cytologies only. For other STAT testing in clinical pathology, no advance notice is required.

Comparative Coagulation Laboratory

Most coagulation panel results are by default provided ASAP on the weekday your sample arrives. Refer to the test and fee directory for specific turnaround times of a particular test.