Lab Services at Parnassus
UCSF Lab Services at Parnassus performs diagnostic and other laboratory tests for patients receiving care in our hospital and clinics and for our scientific researchers. Your doctor may order specific tests to better understand your condition.
UCSF laboratories perform more than 4.2 million tests every year. Our laboratories are state-licensed, certified under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments, and accredited with distinction by the College of American Pathologists.
Our labs are committed to providing safe and excellent services. Walk-ins are welcome at this location, or you can schedule an appointment through the MyChart website or app.
If you are self-scheduling, the special test instruction page has information on where and when various tests are available. These include details about where and when various tests are done. If you need your blood drawn, please refer to this list of locations to find the most convenient location for you, including sites specifically for patients with cancer.
Please note: UCSF lab services do not test for COVID-19. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, contact your provider for guidance.
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What to Bring
- Two forms of identification, including one photo ID
- Insurance card or payer information
- Lab order requisition, if your doctor is not a UCSF physician
