Walk-in Lab Locations in Arcadia
For physician-ordered tests and direct-to-consumer orders, Labcorp patient service centers, which are outpatient sample collection sites, serve Arcadia alongside Quest Diagnostics. Labcorp and Quest Diagnostics both operate walk-in patient service centers in Arcadia. Across these PSCs, you can often choose between scheduling ahead or walking in during weekday business hours.
- LabcorpAddress: 301 W Huntington Dr, Arcadia, CA 91007Number: 626-462-1914Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-1:30pm, Closed Sat-Sun
- LabcorpAddress: 622 W Duarte Rd, Arcadia, CA 91007Number: 626-294-9934Hours: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm, Closed Sat-Sun
- Quest DiagnosticsAddress: 612 W Duarte Rd Ste 104, Arcadia, CA 91007Number: (626) 684-0102Hours: Mon-Fri 6:30am-5pm, Sat 8am-12pm, Closed Sun
Mobile Phlebotomy in Arcadia
In Arcadia, a mobile phlebotomist can come to your home for mobile phlebotomy, which means an in-home blood draw instead of a trip to a lab. Getlabs and Speedy Sticks serve much of the area, though coverage can vary by ZIP code, and these services usually come with an additional convenience charge.
Appointments typically 6:00am–10:00pm, 7 days a week.
- Sample is drawn in your home, not a waiting room
- No travel time to a lab
- More flexibility for busy or changing schedules
- Helpful if you have limited mobility or prefer privacy
For added convenience, at-home blood test kits let you collect a finger-prick sample yourself and mail it to a CLIA-certified lab.
Free and Low-Cost Lab Testing in Arcadia
Community health centers, local clinics that provide primary care and preventive services, can be a good fit if you want one place for routine appointments and blood tests in Arcadia. Many offer sliding-scale fees based on income, and some draw blood on-site while others partner with a nearby lab, so call to confirm before booking.
- APHCV – El Monte/Rosemead Health Center, 9960 Baldwin Pl, El Monte, CA 91731, (626) 774-2988
- Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation – Administrative Site, 9620 Flair Dr, El Monte, CA 91731, (626) 281-3383
- Center for Family Health & Education, Inc. dba Priority Care Medical Group El Monte 1, 3229 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91733, (626) 575-4584
- ChapCare by AltaMed Medical Group – Monrovia, Lime, 513 E Lime Ave, #101, Monrovia, CA 91016, (888) 499-9303
- East Valley Community Health Center (EVCHC) El Monte, 4368 Santa Anita Ave, El Monte, CA 91731, (626) 919-5724
- Garfield Health Center El Monte Administrative Site, 10454 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, (626) 300-9939
Common Blood Tests in Arcadia
These are common blood panels for routine and preventive care, with the tests most relevant to Arcadia’s local health trends listed first. Each row shows what the test measures and why a doctor might order it. Our Medical Review Board reviewed the panels, and your doctor decides what’s right for you.
| Test | What It Checks | Why a Doctor Orders It |
|---|---|---|
| Hemoglobin A1cResults in 1 to 2 daysNo fasting needed | Average blood sugar over the past 2 to 3 months. | Diabetes, prediabetes, or symptoms like extreme thirst, frequent urination, or sudden weight loss. Also routine screening at age 35. |
| Lipid PanelResults in 1 to 2 daysFasting may be needed | Cholesterol and triglyceride levels. | Heart disease in the family, high blood pressure, diabetes, or a past heart attack. Also a routine adult checkup. |
| Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)Results in 1 to 2 daysFasting may be needed | Blood sugar, kidney, and liver function. | Diabetes, kidney or liver issues, high blood pressure, before surgery, or when monitoring long-term medications. |
| Complete Blood Count (CBC)Results in 1 to 2 daysNo fasting needed | Red and white blood cell counts, platelets. | Anemia, an infection, unexplained bruising or bleeding, cancer screening, or pregnancy monitoring. |
| Vitamin DResults in 2 to 3 daysNo fasting needed | Vitamin D level in the blood. | Osteoporosis, bone pain, muscle weakness, or constant fatigue. Also for trouble absorbing nutrients, kidney problems, or limited sun exposure. |
Whether you need to fast depends on the lab and which tests are ordered. Confirm what you need when you book.
Financial Assistance for Blood Testing in Arcadia
Blood test costs vary depending on your insurance, the lab, and what’s being tested. If you’re worried about a bill, the labs’ own financial hardship programs, plus state and federal options, can lower or eliminate it.
You can also ask the lab about self-pay pricing or a payment plan before testing.
California
- Medi-Cal. California’s Medicaid program covers preventive and diagnostic lab testing for eligible residents.
National
- Labcorp Patient Financial Hardship Program. Income-based discounts on Labcorp bills based on federal poverty guidelines. Call 800-845-6167 after receiving a bill to request an application.
- Quest Diagnostics Financial Assistance Program. Discounts up to 100% for patients at or below 200% of the federal poverty level. Partial discounts available up to 600% FPL with extenuating circumstances. Apply through patientbill.questdiagnostics.com or call 1-844-698-1022.
- Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program. Federally funded free HIV testing, treatment, and care for low-income people regardless of insurance status. Find local providers through the HRSA locator.