Member of Valor Health's radiology department.

Laboratory

Laboratory Hours

  • Monday – Friday: 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
  • Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

How to View Your Results

The explanation of your results is exclusively a conversation for you and your physician.

We’re a Small Community Laboratory

The Valor Health Laboratory uses state-of-the-art instrumentation to perform a wide variety of laboratory testing. Our Lab performs 90% of all laboratory testing in-house. We are one of the few Critical Access Hospitals that perform microbiology and molecular testing in our lab.

We offer exceptional customer service, including in-home blood draws. We have the privilege of meeting our patients, which enables us to provide personalized care when providing test results.

Members of Valor Health's laboratory group holding a "Why I Choose" sign.
  • Blood Banking: Blood typing and screening, packed red blood cells and plasma for transfusion. 
  • Microbiology: Various bacterial cultures—including designation as a Sentinel Laboratory for potential biological threat agents by the Idaho Bureau of Laboratories.
  • Molecular: Highly sensitive and specific molecular testing for optimal patient care.
  • Chemistry: Integrated analysis for chemistry and immunochemistry provides a greater testing menu and faster result times.
  • Hematology: Utilizing fluorescence flow cytometry and hydrodynamic focusing for detailed cell counts.
  • Coagulation: Innovative mechanical technology for accurate results in common specimen interferences.

Giving Back to Emmett, Idaho

Employees with the blood draw service at Valor Health.

We are involved in annual community benefit initiatives, such as:

  • Discounted lab testing for Health Fairs
  • Free colorectal cancer screening for Colorectal Cancer Awareness in March
  • Bi-annual blood drives
  • Promoting science by participating in STEM programs in Emmett
  • Facilitating lab tours for local students
  • Precepting Phlebotomy and Medical Laboratory Science students to ensure the promotion of the professions

About the Valor Health Laboratory

Our team includes phlebotomists/lab assistants and medical scientists. All staff are either certified and/or possess a four-year science degree. Our science team is passionate, working closely with patients and their healthcare teams to deliver the highest quality of care and customer service. 

Valor Health Laboratory is accredited by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and CLIA certified.

Certification of Laboratory Accreditation

CMS Laboratory Accreditation