Laboratory Contact information:

Methodist Laboratory (309) 672-4911
Pekin Laboratory (309) 353-0737
Proctor Laboratory (309) 691-1060 Option 2



Carle Health – Greater Peoria Service Region Laboratory

TEMPORARY SPECIMEN RETENTION POLICY CHANGE FOR METHODIST CAMPUS                                       EFFECTIVE 4/29/24

Due to ongoing Laboratory construction, there will be a temporary adjustment in our specimen retention policy.  The retention period for Serum and Plasma specimens will be reduced to 5 days start on April 29, 2024.  This change will remain in effect until further notice and only impact Methodist Hospital and Carle Health Methodist Reference Lab Clients.

Please note that some testing may indicate stability for up to 7 days within the Laboratory Test Directory.  This
does not guarantee specimen availability to retrieval and/or testing.  Serum and Plasma specimens in laboratory storage will only be accessible for retrieval within the initial 5 day period.

We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary adjustment may cause and appreciate your understanding during this transitional phase.  Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out to our Laboratory Customer Service Team.
Laboratory Contact information:

Methodist Laboratory (309) 672-4911
Pekin Laboratory (309) 353-0737
Proctor Laboratory (309) 691-1060 Option 2



Carle Health – Greater Peoria Service Region Laboratory

TEMPORARY SPECIMEN RETENTION POLICY CHANGE FOR METHODIST CAMPUS                                       EFFECTIVE 4/29/24

Due to ongoing Laboratory construction, there will be a temporary adjustment in our specimen retention policy.  The retention period for Serum and Plasma specimens will be reduced to 5 days start on April 29, 2024.  This change will remain in effect until further notice and only impact Methodist Hospital and Carle Health Methodist Reference Lab Clients.

Please note that some testing may indicate stability for up to 7 days within the Laboratory Test Directory.  This
does not guarantee specimen availability to retrieval and/or testing.  Serum and Plasma specimens in laboratory storage will only be accessible for retrieval within the initial 5 day period.

We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary adjustment may cause and appreciate your understanding during this transitional phase.  Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please feel free to reach out to our Laboratory Customer Service Team.