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Complete Guide to Why Get COVID-19 Testing

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Explore why COVID-19 testing matters with this comprehensive guide. Covers types, benefits, testing processes, implications, and risks for individuals and organizations.

Molecular Testing

Regular molecular testing is a powerful tool for detecting and monitoring health conditions at a deeper level. By analyzing genetic markers, infections, and other molecular changes, these tests provide critical insights into your body’s function and potential risks. Molecular diagnostics can help with early disease detection, treatment planning, and personalized care. Please contact us for our full range of molecular testing capabilities, including infectious disease detection, genetic screening, and targeted health assessments.

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Joseph Mendoza

Patient Account Coordinator

Joseph is committed to assisting patients and families with understanding their financial responsibilities in a clear and supportive manner. As a Patient Account Coordinator at Centra Diagnostics, he provides guidance on account questions, payment options, and available resources to ensure a smooth experience. With a strong background in healthcare and patient support, Joseph strives to make the process as seamless and stress-free as possible.

Toxicology

Centra utilizes liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS), which uses ion optics and collision cell technology at the highest rate of sensitivity to produce the most scientifically accurate results, detecting the smallest traceable amount of substance in the body. Urinalysis and oral fluid testing are available.

Our toxicologist is available around the clock to review and explicate individual test results to help determine time frames of last use, eliminate all possibilities of “false positives,” and track metabolic processes based on each individual’s health, diet, and hydration. Your clinical team will always know the exact substance each patient has taken.

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COVID-19

Keep yourself and your loved ones safe by participating in COVID-19 testing. Regular testing for coronavirus and its variants helps keep you and your community safe. Whether you’d like to be tested because of symptoms, exposure, travel plans, or just peace of mind, Centra provides accessible testing options for individuals and large groups. Please inquire about our on-site concierge testing capabilities.

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General Blood Work

Conducting regular blood testing is the most effective method to monitor and maintain your well-being. With regular comprehensive blood tests, you can stay abreast of changes in your body, if your body is functioning properly, and early signs of diseases or other health conditions. Please contact us for our full blood work capabilities, women’s and men’s health, hormone measurement, heart health, and disease confirmation.

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Daniel Shen

Senior Lead Billing Specialist

For more than eight years in the industry and six years with Centra, Daniel has provided medical billing expertise with an emphasis in hospital and toxicology. Daniel previously worked in market research with Fortune 500 companies and received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of California, San Diego.

When not working, he can be found spending time with his spouse of twenty years and their teenage daughter. An avid movie fan, some of his favorites include The General with Buster Keaton, In the Heat of the Night with Sidney Poitier, and Blade Runner with Harrison Ford.

Christelle Haswani

Chief Operating Officer

Christelle is passionate about helping and implementing a healthy lifestyle. She earned her bachelor’s degree in healthcare management from Notre Dame University Lebanon, and started her professional career in the Healthcare realm, specifically in the Oncology Department. After building her managerial skills and realizing the need for integrating technology in healthcare, she moved to California to enhance her technical expertise in the field. She graduated from University of La Verne with a M.S. in Data Analytics. She’s an expert in Revenue Cycle Management, Data Visualization and Healthcare Operations, with an organized mindset towards achieving goals and a detail-oriented vision to ensure quality and efficiency.

She was a member of the Girl Scouts for the past 15 years and volunteered for multiple NGOs operating for various causes including poverty, unemployment, child abuse and homelessness. She likes to exercise on a regular basis and travel to different countries to discover new places, cultures, and traditions.

Giorgio Albanese

Chief Executive Officer

Giorgio Albanese is a visionary leader dedicated to redefining excellence in healthcare diagnostics. As the CEO of Centra Diagnostics, he brings a unique blend of clinical expertise, sales leadership, and executive management to drive innovation, enhance healthcare accessibility, and position Centra as a leader in the industry.

Giorgio’s journey began in clinical and counseling roles, where he specialized in program optimization, regulatory compliance, and treatment model development. His transition into sales at Neuronetics, Inc. saw him rise as a top performer, earning accolades like Rookie of the Year and President’s Club. He later led strategic product adoption at Masimo, helping to introduce cutting-edge opioid monitoring solutions.

In 2023, Giorgio pursued his entrepreneurial vision, founding ALBA to advance healthcare service innovations. This passion for transformation led him to take the helm at Centra Diagnostics in 2024, where he now oversees operations, market expansion, and strategic growth.

Beyond corporate leadership, Giorgio is passionate about mentorship and professional development, helping the next generation of healthcare professionals grow and succeed. Under his leadership, Centra Diagnostics is setting new standards in the industry—where precision, reliability, and patient-focused innovation drive everything we do.