Solutions

High-throughput PCR testing and sequencing for hospitals

Our rapid and affordable COVID-19 and new respiratory and upcoming* STI and thyroid panels can augment your diagnostic capacity, allowing you to better serve your patients

Proven Leadership

PRL has tested millions of samples to date and was the first to detect Beta and Omicron variants in NY State.

Economics

PRL strives to elevate diagnostics by leveraging innovative technology to deliver reliable results with a fast turnaround time — all at a fraction of the cost.

Turnaround

With a 100K+ per day testing capacity across our three CLIA-certified labs, we have been able to return 99% of results within 24 hours.

Quality

PRL leverages proprietary innovations in laboratory test methodologies that provides excellent assay sensitivity**, allowing us to detect viruses at low levels.

Partner with PRL

PRL is the partner of choice for hospitals. Reach out to learn why.

Improved Patient Outcomes

How partnering with PRL benefits patients

Pre-surgery Testing

Bundled COVID-19 PCR testing, surveillance and variant tracking, sequencing, and respiratory panels ensure testing isn't the reason for surgery delays.

Early Detection

Whether it's COVID-19, RSV, the flu or an STI, fast and affordable testing leads to informed treatment, decreasing the risk of spread.

Increased Access

PRL keeps its costs low to ensure accessibility to diagnostics in new and underserved communities.

Lower Cost Burden

Less expensive testing helps make every patient dollar count, even with improved quality and turnaround time.

“The Pandemic Response Lab gives us a guarantee that tens of thousands of tests can be done every day.”

Bill de BlasioMayor, New York City

Improved Financial Health

How partnering with PRL lowers financial risks

Higher Margins

Our panels cost-effective, allowing for a substantially improved financial result on existing testing centers.

New Markets

Offer your services to new communities to broaden reach, market penetration, and impact without adding overhead.

Lower Risk

Exponentially increase testing capacity without adding to payroll, training new staff, buy new equipment, or lease and certify a new facility.

Staff Testing

Test staff regularly and easily with multiple menu offerings.

In the news

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New York City high schools reopen after some have been closed for more than a year

NYC Mayor Bill de Blasio tells CBS how the Pandemic Response Lab is helping get kids back to school

N.Y.C. Is Opening Its Own Virus Testing Lab to Address Shortages

A new lab helps the city process test results within 24-48 hours

New York City Opens Own Coronavirus Testing Lab To Increase Efficiency

New York City opened its own coronavirus testing lab to process 40,000 to 60,000 samples a day

Hunt for Covid-19 Variants Looks to Ramp Up in New York Labs

PRL, contracted by New York City, begins sequencing 2,000 Covid-19 specimens a week

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FAQs

Is PRL CLIA certified?

PRL has 3 CLIA-certified labs - PRL NY (New York, NY): 33D2196459, PRL DC (Rockville, MD): 21D2215498, PRL OC (Irvine, CA): 05D2230382

Does PRL integrate with LIMS systems?

PRL can integrate with multiple LIMS systems. Compatibility depends on multiple factors including tube size, storage requirements, solution, reagent kits, and sample state.

What sort of testing can PRL do?

You can download the most updated version of our test menu offerings here.

Does PRL provide testing kits?

PRL provides testing kits — sample tubes, swabs, and bags — but you can use your own. PRL can provide up to 500,000 kits within two weeks to get started. PRL can also arrange pickups for you at $30 per pickup.

How does PRL ensure testing quality?

PRL employs rigorous laboratory practices to ensure highest standards in processes and test performance. For more information on individual test's sensitivity, specificity and validated sample types per lab, please contact us.

What is PRL’s average turnaround time for COVID-19 tests?

PRL has returned results for 99% of tests between 6-24 hours of sample reciept.

What is PRL’s average turnaround time for sequencing?

Turnaround time (TAT) for sequencing between 3-7 days.

What is PRL's average turnaround time for pooling?

Turnaround time (TAT) for pooling results tests between 6-24 hours.

What pathogens are targeted in the concise & comprehensive PRL respiratory panels?

Concise Panel

Influenza A (pan)
Influenza B
Respiratory Syncytial Virus
SARS CoV-2

Comprehensive Panel

Virus

Adenovirus
Coronavirus 229E
Coronavirus NL63
Coronavirus OC43
Human metapneumovirus A/B
Influenza A (pan)
Influenza A/H1NA
Influenza A/H1pdm09
Influenza A H/3
Influenza B
Parainfluenza virus 1
Parainfluenza virus 2
Parainfluenza virus 3
Parainfluenza virus 4
Respiratory syncytial virus
Rhinovirus/Enterovirus
SARS CoV-2

Bacteria

Bordetella parapertussis
Bordetella pertussis
Chlamydia pneumoniae
Mycoplasma pneumoniae

What are the panel part numbers for ordering?

Part number for the Concise Respiratory panel is 21000016. Part number for the Comprehensive panel is 21000001.

How much does the PRL Concise Respiratory Panel cost?

A quote request can be submitted to PRL for pricing. Contact our team.

How does PRL collect samples for respiratory panel tests?

Sample collection is nasal or via a nasopharyngeal swab in transport media. The total hands-on time is approximately 2 minutes. All kit components can be stored at room temperature (15-25 ̊C).

Where can I find PRL?

PRL has labs in Long Island City, NY, Irvine, CA and Rockville, MD. PRL is exploring opening additional labs across the country.

Which states can submit samples to our Rockville, MD CLIA lab?

At present, PRL's Rockville, MD lab can receive samples from all states except Pennsylvania, New York and Rhode Island.

Which states can submit samples to our Irvine, CA CLIA lab?

At present, PRL's Irvine, CA lab can receive samples from all states except Maryland, D.C., Pennsylvania, New York and Rhode Island.

Which states can submit samples to our Long Island City, NY CLIA lab?

At present, PRL's Long Island City, NY lab can receive samples from all states.