New
equipment in Radiology and Lab
Adams County Health Center, as the only provider in
the area that offers radiology (x-ray) services, was
recently awarded a Health Resources and Services Administration
(HRSA) grant in order to purchase and implement a digital
radiology system.
Prior to the implementation of this new comprehensive
system, the wait time for x-ray tests results was from
two to five days. Now test results can be obtained
within one to two hours.
Another recent equipment addition was to the ACHC
lab. We have implemented the use of a Mini Vidas, which
allows us to do PSA and TSH testing in-house. Prior
to getting this machine, we were sending those tests
to Boise and getting results in 24 hours. Now we can
have the results in 1 to 2 hours.
These investments will have a dramatic impact on the
timely diagnosis and treatment options available and
represent another improvement in the quality of care
provided to Adams County area residents.
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