Walk-in Lab Testing
Direct access testing at Sanford Health gives you the freedom to order lab tests quickly and confidentially without having to visit a health care provider. Our trained team will perform the tests at an accredited Sanford Laboratories location.
This convenient and cost-effective lab testing option helps you monitor certain ongoing health risks, provide personal health data or test for potential health risks.
These tests shouldn’t be substitutes for regular health care visits. If you receive an abnormal test result, please contact your primary care provider.
Payment options
Payment is required at the time of service and insurance won’t be billed. We accept all major credit cards. We can’t accept cash or checks for these services.
Testing Offered
Our direct access testing locations offer a variety of tests to help you understand your health, including, but not limited to:
- Comprehensive metabolic panel (CMP): Consists of 14 individual tests, including blood sugar levels, to assess the function of organs such as the liver and kidneys.
- Complete blood count (CBC): Diagnoses anemia, certain cancers of the blood and inflammatory diseases.
- Hemoglobin A1C: Provides a three-month average of blood sugar levels. This test can be used to diagnose diabetes and determine how well it’s being managed.
- Lipid panel: Monitors cardiovascular health and includes total cholesterol, LDL (bad cholesterol), HDL (good cholesterol) and triglycerides.
- Progesterone: Measures the level of the progesterone hormone in your blood. It indicates ovulation, overall ovary function and is often part of pregnancy monitoring.
- Prostate-specific antigen (PSA): Measures the level of PSA in your blood. Rising levels of PSA could indicate infection or other health conditions of the prostate.
- Thyroid-stimulation hormone (TSH): Monitors thyroid function, which controls your metabolism. Irregular thyroid function can explain an array of symptoms that are often treated with thyroid medications.
- Total Testosterone: Measures the level of testosterone hormone in your blood. Abnormal levels can impact energy levels, mood, muscle and bone strength, libido and overall well-being.
- Vitamin levels: Vitamin deficiencies can cause symptoms, such as fatigue, hair loss and dry skin. Knowing your baseline allows you to adjust your diet or consider supplements.
- Vitamin level testing, such as for vitamin B12 or vitamin D, is performed to identify the level of micronutrients in the blood, which can affect your overall health.
Titer Testing
A titer test will help determine if you’re immune to a certain disease due to a previous infection or a vaccination. You may be required to prove your immunity or vaccination status when enrolling in school or applying for a job.
We offer testing to check antibodies for:
- Chickenpox
- Hepatitis B
- Measles, mumps and rubella (MMR)
- Tuberculosis (TB)
Direct Access Testing FAQ
Do I need to schedule an appointment?
For most locations, you do not need to schedule an appointment.
Patients in the Bismarck, Mandan and Dickinson area, please call your local Sanford Laboratories location to schedule an appointment.
Do I need to fast before my test?
Where can I go to access Direct Access Testing?
Sanford Laboratories has over 80 locations where direct access testing is available.
Hours will vary by location. Find a location near you.
Is direct access testing billed to my insurance?
How will I receive my results?
Your test results will be in yourMy Sanford Chart account. If you are not enrolled in My Sanford Chart, your test results will be mailed.
You will receive a phone call for any critical results.