Comprehensive Test Menu
Chemistry, hematology, immunology, urinalysis, and serology — all the panels your practice orders most, processed under one CLIA certificate.
San Diego Core Laboratory Services | Clinical Reference Lab
Core Lab for San Diego, California healthcare providers. CLIA certified, Same-day to 48 hours depending on panel turnaround. Medicare and Medicaid accepted.
CLIA Certified
HIPAA Compliant
24-48hr Results
Medicare/Medicaid
About Our Core Lab in San Diego
NuWav Laboratories operates a full-service clinical reference laboratory serving healthcare providers throughout San Diego, California. Our CLIA-certified facility in Carrollton, Texas processes a comprehensive menu of chemistry, hematology, immunology, and urinalysis panels with EMR-integrated result delivery and competitive contract pricing for high-volume practices.
San Diego's biotech corridor along Torrey Pines Mesa houses more than 1,200 life science companies and ranks third nationally for NIH research funding — creating a sophisticated provider base that demands high-throughput molecular testing.
Automated platforms for clinical chemistry (CMP, BMP, lipid panel, hepatic function, A1c), hematology (CBC with differential, ESR), immunoassay (TSH, free T4, vitamin D, hCG, PSA, hepatitis serology), and urinalysis (macroscopic, microscopic, microalbumin). Send-out network available for esoteric and specialty testing.
Why San Diego Healthcare Providers Choose NuWav
EMR-Integrated Results
Direct HL7 result delivery to Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, Epic, Cerner, and most major EMR platforms — no manual entry required.
Volume Contract Pricing
Direct billing arrangements available for clinics ordering 100+ tests per month — predictable per-test pricing without per-patient billing complexity.
San Diego Core Lab Service Area
San Diego's biotech corridor along Torrey Pines Mesa houses more than 1,200 life science companies and ranks third nationally for NIH research funding — creating a sophisticated provider base that demands high-throughput molecular testing.
Neighborhoods Served
- Downtown
- Gaslamp Quarter
- La Jolla
- Pacific Beach
- North Park
- Hillcrest
- Mission Valley
- Coronado
ZIP Codes Served
- 92101
- 92102
- 92103
- 92104
- 92105
- 92107
- 92109
- 92110
- 92122
- 92130
Local Healthcare Partners Near San Diego
NuWav serves the San Diego healthcare community, supporting providers affiliated with leading regional health systems in San Diego County.
Scripps Health
Sharp HealthCare
UC San Diego Health
Kaiser Permanente
Rady Children's Hospital
NuWav Laboratories is an independent CLIA certified clinical laboratory. Mention of regional health systems indicates the geographic service area; no endorsement or affiliation is implied.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions from healthcare providers about NuWav testing services.
What lab panels does NuWav offer for primary care in San Diego?
NuWav offers a full primary care menu including CBC with differential, comprehensive and basic metabolic panels (CMP/BMP), lipid panel, hemoglobin A1c, hepatic function panel, TSH, urinalysis, and PSA. Overnight specimen shipment via FedEx Priority Overnight from our regional partner network, so San Diego providers receive same-day to 48-hour turnaround depending on the panel.
Does NuWav integrate with our EMR system?
Yes. NuWav supports HL7 result delivery to Athenahealth, eClinicalWorks, Epic, Cerner, and most major EMR platforms. Setup typically takes 5–10 business days and eliminates manual result entry for your staff.
How does a San Diego clinic open a NuWav lab account?
Call 972-327-8857 or contact our sales team to start a courier and supply account. Most San Diego clinics are fully onboarded — including supply delivery, requisition setup, and EMR result routing — within 5–10 business days.
What turnaround should we expect for routine chemistry and CBC?
Routine chemistry panels (CMP, BMP, lipid, A1c) and CBCs are typically resulted within 24 hours of specimen receipt at our Carrollton lab. Same-day results are available for specimens received before our morning processing cutoff.
Does NuWav offer contract billing for high-volume clinics?
Yes. Clinics ordering 100+ tests per month can opt for direct contract billing — predictable per-test pricing billed monthly to the practice — instead of per-patient insurance billing. This is especially popular with concierge medicine, occupational health, and DPC practices.
Can NuWav handle send-outs and esoteric testing?
Yes. For specialty assays outside our in-house menu, NuWav coordinates send-out testing through partner reference labs while keeping requisition, billing, and result delivery under a single account — your clinic submits one order and gets one result report.
Are NuWav's lab results accepted by hospitals and specialists in San Diego?
Yes. NuWav results are issued under CLIA #45D2306629 and are accepted by hospitals, specialists, and health plans nationwide. Results include full reference ranges, critical-value flags, and the laboratory director attestation required for clinical decision-making.
Partner With NuWav for San Diego Core Lab
Contact us today to set up core lab for your San Diego, CA practice. Specimen logistics, EMR integration, and reimbursement support included.
Medically reviewed by
NuWav Laboratories Medical Director