Fast Answers When Your Child Is Sick

When children are sick, families often need answers quickly. Some symptoms can be evaluated with a careful exam alone, but other times testing can help us better understand what is going on and choose the right treatment.

At Laurelwood Pediatrics, we offer many common in-office tests with results available quickly. When more detailed testing is needed, we can also send specimens to trusted reference laboratories.

Common Tests Available in Our Office

In-office testing can help evaluate many common childhood illnesses and concerns. Depending on your child’s symptoms, we may recommend testing during a sick visit, wellness visit, or follow-up appointment.

Testing available in our office may include:

• Strep testing
• Flu testing
• RSV testing
• COVID testing
• Mono testing
• Urinalysis
• Anemia screening
• Other common point-of-care tests when appropriate

These tests can help guide treatment decisions, reduce unnecessary medications, and give families clearer next steps.

When Testing May Be Helpful

Testing is not needed for every illness, but it can be helpful when symptoms suggest a specific infection or concern.

Your pediatrician may recommend testing for symptoms such as sore throat, fever, cough, congestion, fatigue, urinary symptoms, abdominal pain, poor color, or concerns about anemia.

During the visit, we will discuss which tests are appropriate and how the results may affect your child’s care plan.

Send-Out Laboratory Testing

Some tests require more specialized equipment or additional analysis. When needed, we can collect or order testing that is sent to a reference laboratory.

Send-out testing may be used for more complex concerns, follow-up of abnormal results, screening labs, cultures, or other tests that cannot be completed in the office.

Our office will help explain how results are received, how they will be communicated, and what follow-up may be needed.

We’re Here to Help

If your child is sick or needs laboratory testing, you do not have to figure out the next step alone.

The pediatricians at Laurelwood Pediatrics can help decide when testing is needed, interpret results, guide treatment, and arrange additional laboratory testing when appropriate.

Fast and Accurate Testing Results When Your Child is Sick

When your child isn't feeling well, quick answers make all the difference. At Laurelwood Pediatrics, we provide rapid strep, flu, and COVID testing to identify infections quickly so treatment can begin right away. Our team has over 66 years of combined experience caring for children in Memphis, TN. We accept most commercial insurance plans and offer 24-hour access to an on-call nurse for urgent calls.

Reach out to us to schedule testing for your child today.

Signs Your Child May Need Testing

Recognizing the signs early can help your child feel better faster. Laurelwood Pediatrics makes it easy to get the answers you need with convenient rapid testing services.

• Persistent sore throat or difficulty swallowing
• High fever that won't break
• Sudden loss of taste or smell
• Severe body aches and fatigue
• Exposure to someone who tested positive
• Persistent cough or congestion
• Headache accompanied by other symptoms

When symptoms appear, contact Laurelwood Pediatrics for prompt testing.

Benefits of Rapid Testing for Your Child

Fast, reliable results allow you to make informed decisions about your child's care. Laurelwood Pediatrics has been serving families since 1957 with trusted, compassionate pediatric services.

• Determines the right treatment path immediately
• Prevents spreading illness to family and classmates
• Reduces unnecessary worry and guesswork
• Helps children return to school sooner
• Provides peace of mind with accurate results
• Avoids complications from untreated infections

Let our experienced team help your child get back to feeling great.

Why Choose Laurelwood Pediatrics

Laurelwood Pediatrics is a locally owned practice that's been caring for Memphis children for over six decades. Our commitment to accessible care makes a difference for families.

• Over 66 years of combined pediatric experience
• Founded in 1957 with deep community roots
• 24-hour access to an on-call nurse for urgent concerns
• Convenient patient portal for appointment scheduling
• Most commercial insurance plans accepted
• Locally owned with personalized attention

Trust Laurelwood Pediatrics to provide the care your child deserves.

Contact Us

When your child needs rapid strep, flu, or COVID testing, Laurelwood Pediatrics is here to help. Our experienced team provides quick, accurate results in a comfortable environment. Existing patients can easily schedule through our patient portal, and we're available around the clock for urgent concerns.

Contact us today to schedule testing and get your child on the path to recovery.