Lab and Pathology
Our comprehensive lab and pathology services help us evaluate your health, detect illnesses early and monitor existing conditions.
Studies show that up to 80% of healthcare decisions rely on laboratory data to diagnose or rule out illnesses. Our labs process thousands of cases each year using cutting-edge technology and techniques. We analyze blood, body fluids or tissue samples and perform tests that help detect irregularities in your cells or body chemistry that routine physical exams may not detect. Thanks to advanced technology, we can catch diseases earlier and diagnose patients more accurately.
Some conditions need regular monitoring to check how well your treatment works or to guide your doctor on future care. Even if you feel fine, your doctor might order tests to set a baseline for comparison later.
Our labs are fully licensed by California’s Department of Health Services and certified under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendment (CLIA), ensuring top-quality care.
By the Numbers
70+
Sutter Pathologists
140+
Lab Locations
10
Sutter Hospitals
1 in 100
Americans
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A National Leader in Toxoplasmosis Diagnosis
For more than 50 years, the Dr. Jack S. Remington Laboratory in Palo Alto has developed proprietary tests for toxoplasmosis — a hard-to-detect parasitic infection. If your doctor suspects you may be infected, they can refer a sample directly to our lab for specialized testing and consultation.
Lab Care Built Around You
From Sacramento to Santa Barbara, 140+ Sutter labs are here when you need them to help evaluate your health, detect illnesses early and monitor existing conditions.