Onsite Lab

Visiting a separate lab for tests is a time-consuming nuisance, and if you have cancer, it can be a considerable struggle. Highly skilled oncologist Youram Nassir, MD, at the Cancer Care Institute in the Mid-Wilshire neighborhood of Los Angeles, California, understands this issue and has the solution: an onsite lab. The practice’s onsite lab performs all everyday tests plus specialized procedures like molecular testing, ensuring fast results and minimal inconvenience. Call the Cancer Care Institute for further details about the onsite lab or schedule a consultation online today.

What is the onsite lab?

The onsite lab is a dedicated laboratory located right within the Cancer Care Institute. It can handle the essential tests you need, including:

• Blood tests
• Biopsy (tissue sample) tests
• Cytology (testing single or small clusters of cells)
• Molecular (biomarker) testing

Instead of waiting days or weeks for lab results from outside facilities, the onsite lab provides timely insights that help Dr. Nassir and the team quickly make important decisions about your care.

For you as a patient, having an onsite lab at your oncologist’s means faster test results, better communication with your care team, and a more streamlined experience.

How does molecular testing in the onsite lab benefit my treatment?

Molecular testing looks at the unique genes, proteins, and structures inside your tumor. It’s one of the most powerful tools used in the onsite lab.

No two cancers are exactly alike, so understanding the specific details of your tumor allows Dr. Nassir to design a customized treatment plan for you. This personalized approach increases the chances of choosing the most effective therapies while reducing unnecessary treatments.

Does the onsite lab speed up the treatment process?

Time matters when it comes to cancer treatment, and with an onsite lab at the Cancer Care Institute, you can get your test results faster. That means you can start your personalized treatment plan sooner.

Using the onsite lab also allows Dr. Nassir to monitor your progress more closely and adjust treatments as needed without unnecessary delays. The goal is to make your cancer journey as convenient and comfortable as possible.

How does the onsite lab fit into the concierge oncology model?

The Cancer Care Institute’s onsite lab is a perfect example of how concierge oncology goes beyond traditional care. It’s part of the practice’s commitment to providing highly personalized, attentive service.

By keeping testing in-house, Dr. Nassir and the team stay closely involved at every step, ensuring you receive care that’s tailored to your unique situation, not a one-size-fits-all approach.

The most significant advantage is peace of mind. You can feel confident knowing that your care team has immediate access to the information they need to make the best decisions for you. It’s all part of the comprehensive, patient-focused experience Dr. Nassir provides.

Call the Cancer Care Institute today to learn more about the onsite lab or book an appointment by completing the online form.