Laboratory/Blood Testing Centers
Solana Beach, CA
Lab/Blood Testing Centers
Solana Beach, CA
Accredited Drug Testing in Solana Beach, California provides confidential laboratory analyzed testing services at our Solana Beach, CA testing locations for medical and personal testing purposes for health, prevention and early detection of diseases. Patients can directly schedule a laboratory test including blood and urinalysis at multiple laboratory/blood testing centers in Solana Beach, California and the surrounding areas. Same day service is available and most testing centers in the Solana Beach, CA area are within minutes of your home or office.
351 SANTA FE DR STE 210 3.2 miles
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
354 SANTA FE DR 3.2 miles
ENCINITAS, CA 92024
3257 Camino De Los Coches Ste, 6.1 miles
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1855 LOTUS CT 7.2 miles
CARLSBAD, CA 92011
10666 N TORREY PINES RD 7.2 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
10350 Barnes Canyon Rd Ste 200 7.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
10243 GENETIC CENTER DR 7.9 miles
San Diego, CA 92121
9888 GENESEE AVE 7.9 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
9300 CAMPUS POINT DR 8.2 miles
LA JOLLA, CA 92037
4510 EXECUTIVE DR STE 107 8.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92121
10737 CAMINO RUIZ STE 140 9.2 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92126
5810 El Camino Real Ste A 10.0 miles
Carlsbad, CA 92008
7590 MIRAMAR RD STE C 10.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92126
10605 SCRIPPS POWAY PKWY STE C 10.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92131
577 S RANCHO SANTA FE RD STE 102 STE 102 10.7 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
16950 VIA TAZON 11.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92127
400 CRAVEN RD 11.1 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
120 CRAVEN RD STE 101 11.2 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
11895 AVENUE OF INDUSTRY 11.3 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92128
1595 GRAND AVE STE 109 11.4 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92078
902 Sycamore Ave Ste 201, 12.1 miles
Vista, CA 92081
15611 POMERADO RD 12.4 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
15611 POMERADO RD Ste 525 12.4 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
15615 POMERADO RD 12.4 miles
POWAY, CA 92064
2804 ROOSEVELT ST 12.7 miles
CARLSBAD, CA 92008
2185 CITRACADO PKWY 12.8 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92029
3737 MORAGA AVE STE A206 13.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92117
740 NORDAHL RD STE 131 13.1 miles
SAN MARCOS, CA 92069
7370 OPPORTUNITY RD STE G 13.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92111
3910 Vista Way Ste 106 13.4 miles
Oceanside, CA 92056
4490 FANUEL ST 13.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92109
4002 VISTA WAY 13.4 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92056
860 W VALLEY PKWY STE 150 13.4 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
130 CEDAR RD STE 200 13.5 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
9620 CHESAPEAKE DR STE 104 13.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
5575 RUFFIN RD STE 100 13.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
5575 RUFFIN RD STE 230 13.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
7995 ARMOUR ST 13.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92111
2000 WESTWOOD RD 13.9 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
958 POSTAL WAY STE 6 14.0 miles
VISTA, CA 92083
2122 S EL CAMINO REAL STE 100 14.1 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92054
555 E VALLEY PKWY STE 3 14.7 miles
ESCONDIDO, CA 92025
7930 FROST ST STE 406 14.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
7901 FROST ST 14.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
8008 FROST ST STE 106 14.9 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
4510 VIEWRIDGE AVE OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE BUSINESS OFFICE 15.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92123
840 TOWNSITE DR 15.2 miles
VISTA, CA 92084
2020 Genesee Ave 2nd Floor 15.3 miles
San Diego, CA 92123
1430 Division St 15.3 miles
Vista, CA 92081
4171 OCEANSIDE BLVD Ste 109 15.6 miles
OCEANSIDE, CA 92056
3505 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 208 16.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
2815 CAMINO DEL RIO S Ste 1A 16.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
2667 CAMINO DEL RIO S STE 100H 16.8 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
5333 MISSION CENTER RD STE 100 17.0 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92108
4647 ZION AVE FL 1 17.1 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92120
200 W ARBOR DR 17.5 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
330 LEWIS ST STE 100 17.7 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
3969 4TH AVE STE 302 17.9 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
3930 4TH AVE STE 200 17.9 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92103
585 Arthur Ave 18.5 miles
Oceanside, CA 92057
1370 ROSECRANS ST 18.6 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92106
300 FIR ST 19.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
9745 PROSPECT AVE STE 100 19.9 miles
SANTEE, CA 92071
250 MARKET ST 20.3 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
8090 PARKWAY DR 20.7 miles
LA MESA, CA 91942
5525 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 601 21.0 miles
La Mesa, CA 91942
250 PROSPECT PL 21.4 miles
CORONADO, CA 92118
5103 Garfield St, 21.6 miles
La Mesa, CA 91941
2400 E 4TH ST 23.7 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
408 W 8TH ST 23.7 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
1625 E MAIN ST STE 100 23.9 miles
EL CAJON, CA 92021
1625 E MAIN ST STE 203 23.9 miles
EL CAJON, CA 92021
1000 EUCLID AVE STE B 24.1 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
102 MILE OF CARS WAY 24.8 miles
NATIONAL CITY, CA 91950
PO BOX 2798 25.5 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92088
1116 S MAIN AVE 26.4 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92028
88 E BONITA RD STE E 26.5 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
624 E ELDER ST 26.9 miles
FALLBROOK, CA 92028
480 4th Ave Ste 101, 27.0 miles
Chula Vista, CA 91910
435 H ST 27.1 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
374 H ST. STE 103 27.1 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
820 Jamachard Dr Ste 103 27.1 miles
El Cajon, CA 92019
525 3RD AVE Second Floor 27.4 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91910
1111 BROADWAY STE 305 28.6 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
891 KUHN DR STE 111 29.2 miles
CHULA VISTA, CA 91914
4650 PALM AVE FL 1 31.2 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92154
2520 CACTUS RD STE C 34.4 miles
SAN DIEGO, CA 92154
31515 Rancho Pueblo Rd Ste 104, 35.0 miles
Temecula, CA 92592
27625 JEFFERSON AVE STE 101 35.1 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
910 S EL CAMINO REAL 35.6 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92672
28991 OLD TOWN FRONT ST STE 104 35.7 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
29738 RANCHO CALIFORNIA RD STE B 36.4 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92591
27699 Jefferson Ave Ste 109, 36.7 miles
Temecula, CA 92590
41750 WINCHESTER RD STE N 36.9 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
41715 WINCHESTER RD STE 101 36.9 miles
TEMECULA, CA 92590
24581 DEL PRADO STE G 37.0 miles
DANA POINT, CA 92629
654 CAMINO DE LOS MARES 38.4 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
647 CAMINO DE LOS MARES STE 108 STE 158 38.4 miles
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
25285 MADISON AVE STE 101 39.1 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
25405 HANCOCK AVE STE 106 39.5 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
25500 MEDICAL CENTER DR 39.5 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
25405 HANCOCK AVE STE 101 39.6 miles
MURRIETA, CA 92562
32241 CAMINO CAPISTRANO STE A105 40.3 miles
SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675
36485 INLAND VALLEY DR 41.5 miles
WILDOMAR, CA 92595
36320 INLAND VALLEY DR STE 307 41.8 miles
WILDOMAR, CA 92595
27800 MEDICAL CENTER RD STE118 45.4 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
25500 RANCHO NIGUEL RD STE 100 45.8 miles
LAGUNA NIGUEL, CA 92677
425 DIAMOND DR STE 104 46.2 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92530
31712 Casino Dr Ste 7b, 46.2 miles
Lake Elsinore, CA 92530
31571 CANYON ESTATES DR STE101 46.7 miles
LAKE ELSINORE, CA 92532
25431 CABOT RD STE 118 47.8 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
27168 NEWPORT RD STE 1 48.2 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92584
29798 HAUN RD STE 207 48.5 miles
MENIFEE, CA 92586
61 ARGONAUT 49.1 miles
ALISO VIEJO, CA 92656
23962 ALICIA PKWY 49.2 miles
MISSION VIEJO, CA 92691
24451 HEALTH CENTER DR 49.5 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23961 CALLE DE LA MAGDALENA STE 230 49.7 miles
LAGUNA HILLS, CA 92653
23521 Paseo De Valencia #302C, 49.8 miles
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
Common Lab/Blood Tests Performed in Solana Beach, CA Include:
- Lipid/Cholesterol Test
- STD Testing
- Diabetes Testing
- Thyroid Testing
- Hemoglobin A1C Testing
- Complete Blood Count (CBC) Testing
- Hepatitis Testing
- Basic Metabolic Testing
- Liver Function Testing
- Hormone Testing
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Solana Beach, California is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test, make payment and you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing center. Same day service is available. Your test registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our national CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
Blood Testing Solana Beach, California
A blood test performed in Solana Beach, CA is a laboratory analysis performed on a blood sample that is usually extracted from a vein in the arm using a hypodermic needle, or via fingerprick. Multiple tests for specific blood components, such as a glucose test or a cholesterol test, are often grouped together into one test panel called a blood panel or blood work. Blood tests are often used in health care to determine physiological and biochemical states, such as disease, mineral content, pharmaceutical drug effectiveness, and organ function. Typical clinical blood panels include a basic metabolic panel or a complete blood count. Blood tests are also used in drug tests to detect drug abuse.
A basic metabolic panel measures sodium, potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, blood urea nitrogen (BUN), magnesium, creatinine, glucose, and sometimes calcium. Tests that focus on cholesterol levels can determine LDL and HDL cholesterol levels, as well as triglyceride levels.
Some tests, such as those that measure glucose or a lipid profile, require fasting (or no food consumption) eight to twelve hours prior to the drawing of the blood sample.
For the majority of tests, blood is usually obtained from the patient's vein. Other specialized tests, such as the arterial blood gas test, require blood extracted from an artery. Blood gas analysis of arterial blood is primarily used to monitor carbon dioxide and oxygen levels related to pulmonary function, but is also used to measure blood pH and bicarbonate levels for certain metabolic conditions.[While the regular glucose test is taken at a certain point in time, the glucose tolerance test involves repeated testing to determine the rate at which glucose is processed by the body.
Laboratory Testing In Solana Beach, California
Our laboratory testing locations in Solana Beach, CA provide a wide range of certified laboratory test analysis. Some test results can be affected by certain foods and medications. For this reason, people may be asked to not eat or drink for several hours before a laboratory test or to delay taking medications until after the test.
Common Lab Tests Performed at our Solana Beach, California Testing Facilities Include:
- Complete Blood Count. This test, also known as a CBC, is the most common blood test performed.
- Prothrombin Time. Also known as PT and Pro Time, this test measures how long it takes blood to clot.
- Basic Metabolic Panel.
- Comprehensive Metabolic Panel.
- Lipid Panel.
- Liver Panel.
- Thyroid Stimulating Hormone.
- Hemoglobin A1C.
All laboratory testing that is performed on humans in the United States (except testing done in clinical trials and other types of human research) is regulated through the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA), which were passed by Congress in 1988. The CLIA laboratory certification program is administered by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in conjunction with the FDA and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CLIA ensures that laboratory staff are appropriately trained and supervised and that testing laboratories have quality control programs in place so that test results are accurate and reliable.
STD Testing Solana Beach, California
Our local Solana Beach, California STD testing centers provide multiple STD tests for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel test which includes several STD tests. STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Laboratory Blood Testing: An Essential Overview
Laboratory blood testing is a fundamental tool in medical diagnostics, offering critical insights into the physiological and pathological conditions of the body. These tests are commonly used to evaluate health, diagnose diseases, and monitor medical treatments. This overview highlights the importance, common types of blood tests, and what individuals can expect during the testing process.
Importance of Blood Testing
Blood tests are vital for early detection and management of diseases. They help in assessing the functioning of various organs such as the liver, kidneys, and thyroid, and are essential in diagnosing conditions like diabetes, anemia, and heart disease. Regular blood testing can aid in the early detection of health issues, allowing for timely intervention.
Common Types of Blood Tests
- Complete Blood Count (CBC): Measures the levels of various blood cells like red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. This test is crucial for diagnosing conditions such as anemia and infections.
- Blood Chemistry Panels: Includes tests such as liver panels, kidney panels, and electrolyte testing which assess the functionality of these organs and electrolyte balance.
- Lipid Panel: Used to determine the levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in the blood, important for assessing heart disease risk.
- Blood Glucose Tests: Measures blood sugar levels to manage and diagnose diabetes.
- Coagulation Panel: Assesses blood clotting ability and can help diagnose clotting disorders or monitor blood thinning medications.
What to Expect During a Blood Test
- Preparation: Some tests require fasting or other specific conditions before sample collection. It's important to follow all preparatory instructions provided by the healthcare provider.
- Collection Process: A healthcare professional will draw blood, usually from a vein in the arm, using a small needle. The process is quick and causes minimal discomfort.
- Results: The time to receive test results can vary depending on the type of test. Results are typically available within a few days and will be discussed with the healthcare provider to interpret what they mean for the individual’s health.
Benefits of Regular Blood Testing
Regular blood testing provides numerous benefits:
- Health Monitoring: Helps track health changes over time, providing insights into how lifestyle, diet, and age affect body functions.
- Disease Management: Essential for managing chronic conditions, allowing adjustments in treatment plans based on test results.
- Preventive Care: Identifies risk factors early, enabling preventive measures to be taken before the onset of more serious conditions.
Laboratory blood testing is a key component in healthcare management, playing a crucial role in diagnosing, monitoring, and preventing diseases. Understanding the types and purposes of various blood tests can help individuals actively participate in their healthcare decisions.
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Local Area Info: Solana Beach, California
The area was first settled by the San Dieguitos, early Holocene inhabitants of the area. During the Spanish colonial era, trails heading north near Solana Beach crossed inland to avoid the marshes and inlets of the area. The George H. Jones family were the first settlers in the area now known as Solana Beach, arriving in 1886. Until 1923, the main area known as Solana Beach had been called Lockwood Mesa. When Lake Hodges Dam was built in 1917-1918, the area encompassing Solana Beach began to develop rapidly. The creation of the 12,000-acre (49 km2) Santa Fe Irrigation District in 1918 ensured that the area from Rancho Santa Fe through Solana Beach would prosper and expand. The coastline from Solana Beach to Oceanside began to boom in the early 1920s. In 1922 Colonel Ed Fletcher, an early community leader and developer, purchased 140 acres (0.57 km2) at $20 per acre from farmer George H. Jones to develop the town of Solana Beach, with the help of his brother-in-law Eugene Batchelder. To provide access to the beach for the development, hydraulic water pressure was used to erode away tons of earth and create the Fletcher Cove entry and beach. This took one man three months with a fire hose, using water that was coming over the spillway at Lake Hodges Dam. The beach was opened with great fanfare including horse races on the beach on July 4, 1925.
The community grew slowly, but steadily throughout the rest of the century, with particular booms occurring in the decade after World War II and a real estate boom in the last quarter of the 20th century. In 1986 the community officially incorporated as the city of Solana Beach. That year, the city hosted the final funeral services for Desi Arnaz, who had died in Del Mar. Arnaz's funeral was held at St. James Roman Catholic Church, one of two Catholic churches in the city and part of the Diocese of San Diego.[citation needed]
The city received national news in 2003 upon becoming the first city in the Continental United States to enact a smoking ban on its public beaches, a trend which has continued as many other coastal Californian towns have followed suit in banning smoking on their beaches. Solana Beach was the last coastal community in North San Diego County to ban alcohol on the beach, doing so for at least a year in an action unanimously approved by the City Council.[citation needed]