Advanced Diagnostic Testing
On-Site Testing at The Lown Group
Our fully accredited testing facility uses the latest technology and techniques, similar to those found at large university medical centers, in an intimate, warm setting. Testing is open to all patients, including non-members.
The Lown Group welcomes both members and non-members for testing.
A better testing experience
For members, on-site testing means more than convenience. It means continuity.
Your test is reviewed by the same physician who ordered it. Results are discussed with you directly, in the context of what we already know about your health. There is no handoff between facilities, no delay waiting for records to transfer, and no need to re-explain your history. The testing becomes an integrated part of your care.
Select tests within our testing facility are also available to patients who are not members, through physician referral. Tests marked “Members only” below are reserved for Lown Group members.
Available tests
Grouped by category. Unless marked “Members only,” tests are available to all patients.
Cardiac Imaging
Images the heart muscles, valves, and nearby structures, and estimates pressures in the heart and lungs. Contrast and bubbles studies when indicated.
Exercise and Stress Testing
A treadmill test that checks blood flow and how the heart responds to exertion.
Combines the ETT with heart ultrasound before and after exercise to assess squeezing function.
Heart, lung and muscle response to exercise, with a baseline lung function test. Includes VO2 max for athletes.
Heart Rythm Monitoring
Includes Mobile Cardiac Telemetry (MCT), Holter, and event monitors.
Device Evaluations
Evaluations and monitoring of pacemakers, defibrillators, and ICDs, including telephonic surveillance.
Vascular Ultrasound
Performed in the office by Registered Vascular Technologists.
Blood flow through arteries in the neck that supply the brain: narrowing raises stroke risk.
Narrowing or blockage of arteries supplying the arms.
Checks for aneurysm, narrowing, or significant plaque buildup
Checks for narrowing and peripheral arterial disease (PAD).
Narrowing in the arteries supplying the kidneys, often used in the assessment of difficult-to-control blood pressure.
Blood clots (DVT) and vein weakness or reflux in the legs.
Blood Pressure, Metabolic, and Body Composition
24-hour blood pressure measurement during daily activities and sleep.
Measures resting calorie burn.
Multi-frequency bioelectrical impedance: fat mass, skeletal muscle mass, body water and body fat percentage.
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Bone density and fracture risk, plus muscle mass and visceral fat.
Laboratory Services
Convenient blood draws during your office visit.
All testing, labs, and clinical services are billed to insurance and not included in the membership fee.
For complex or specialized testing
For tests or specialized procedures not performed on site, your physician coordinates referral to the appropriate facility, including within the Mass General Brigham network. Your Practice Coordinator is available to assist with scheduling and record transfer.
Learn about membership
Our members receive on-site testing as part of a fully integrated care experience with their Lown Group physician. For questions about testing, call our main office at (617) 732-1318.
We are currently accepting new patients.
