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Lisa Ray, MS, ELD/TS (ABB) Laboratory Manager
"The laboratories are an integral part of the care of our patients. We are dedicated to performing accurate and timely assays that help the physicians create the best plan, and ultimately the best possible outcome, for each couple." |
The Andrology Laboratory provides diagnostic testing for the male, IUI sample preparation and cryopreservation (freezing) of sperm. The Endocrine Laboratory provides in-house hormone testing for both partners as well as close monitoring throughout the treatment phase for the female. In addition to an interview and physical examination, it is our standard practice to complete a male diagnostic work-up simultaneously with the female work-up. We believe having a complete picture of a couple’s fertility status from the beginning is helpful in the treatment process, and saves time and emotional strain for our patients. All of the clinic’s labs are accredited by the College of American Pathologists (CAP) and/or certified for high complexity testing by CLIA.
Andrology/Endocrinology Team
Our laboratory manager, Lisa Ray, has satisfied the requirements of, and has been awarded certification by, the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Technologist. All of our laboratory technicians have obtained a minimum of a bachelors degree with an emphasis in their chosen field. Our staff’s combined laboratory experience in reproductive health exceeds 40 years with an average experience level of 14 years.
Our laboratory manager, Lisa Ray, has satisfied the requirements of, and has been awarded certification by, the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) as a Medical Technologist. All of our laboratory technicians have obtained a minimum of a bachelors degree with an emphasis in their chosen field. Our staff’s combined laboratory experience in reproductive health exceeds 40 years with an average experience level of 14 years.
They understand that patients want to know why a test has been ordered, what specifically is involved in a particular test and how quickly the results will be available. Our technologists take as much time as necessary to explain exactly what a patient needs to do to prepare for a test and what will happen during the test. They are sensitive to the fact that some tests can be intimidating and may be uncomfortable. They want the patient to be as relaxed as possible and will do everything they can to satisfy a patient’s need for comfort and privacy.
