Everything Under One Roof

At ImmigrationMedicalExams.com, our Costa Mesa clinic is fully equipped to perform all required immigration laboratory testing on-site. This includes syphilis serology (RPR), gonorrhea testing (NAAT), and the IGRA blood test for tuberculosis (QuantiFERON-TB Gold). You will not need to visit a separate laboratory or schedule additional appointments for routine testing.

This is a significant advantage over general practice clinics and urgent care centers that must send samples to outside reference laboratories, which can add 1 to 3 days to your overall processing time.

Benefits of On-Site Laboratory Testing

Having on-site laboratory capabilities offers several important advantages for immigration applicants:

• Faster turnaround — results are typically available within 1 to 2 business days
• Fewer appointments — everything is completed during your initial visit
• Streamlined process — no coordination between multiple providers
• Direct civil surgeon oversight — results reviewed by the same physician completing your I-693
• Reduced stress — one location, one team, one seamless experience
• No additional lab fees — all standard testing included in our flat fee

What Is Included in On-Site Testing

Our on-site laboratory handles all standard immigration tests, including blood draws for syphilis RPR and TB IGRA testing, as well as gonorrhea NAAT testing. Chest X-rays, when clinically indicated, are also performed on-site.

If additional specialized testing is required based on your medical history or examination findings, our staff will coordinate any necessary outside laboratory referrals and guide you through the process.

How On-Site Testing Speeds Up Your I-693

Because samples are processed in our on-site laboratory rather than shipped to an outside reference lab, your results are available faster. This means your civil surgeon can review results sooner, complete the clinical assessment, and finalize your Form I-693 more quickly.

Our standard processing time for a completed, sealed Form I-693 is 2 to 3 business days from your appointment — significantly faster than the 5 to 7 business days common at clinics using outside laboratories.

How to Prepare for Your Lab Tests

No special preparation is required for standard immigration lab tests. You may eat and drink normally before your appointment. Staying well-hydrated can make the blood draw process easier. Bring your vaccination records, photo identification, and any relevant medical records to your appointment.