Collection Brochures & Forms - Des Moines Laboratory
Brochures
- Adult Normal Ranges
- 24-Hour Urine Collection
- Semen Analysis
- Stool Collection
- Biopsy Specimen
- Allergy Testing Brochure
- Glucose Tolerance
- Sputum Collection
- Urine Collection
- Venipuncture Collection Instructions
- Cytology Sample Collection Instruction
- Microbiology Sample Collection Instruction
Forms
- Lead Testing Demographic Form
- Medicare ABN Form
- Medicaid ABN Form
- Tri-Care Waiver
- Wellmark Waiver
- Waiver of Non-Covered Services
- Tissue Log
- Iowa Maternal Screen Test Request Form
- Recommendations for Viral Testing of Upper Respiratory Illness
- 2025 Antibiogram PDF
CLIA Certificates
Histology Specimen Collection and Transport
MercyOne Laboratory provides containers to our clients for the transport of surgical specimens to the lab.
The containers available to clients include:
- Screw-top containers containing formalin – 20, 40, 60, and 120 ml.
- Empty clear plastic containers with lids. 64 and 128 oz.
Label containers with patient information and make sure that screw caps are securely closed and the white lids are securely attached to the containers.
Store at room temperature and transport to lab within 72 hours.
