Advanced Biomarker Labs in Poway, California
Residents of Poway now have access to hospital-grade longevity biomarker testing via local Quest Diagnostics centers.
Quest Diagnostics Locations Near Poway
You can complete your draw at any of the following locations after securing your lab order online:
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Sharp Rees – Stealy Rancho Bernardo (Preferred)
San Diego, CA 92127
858-521-2350
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Carbon Health – Escondido (Preferred)
Escondido, CA 92025
442-325-3758
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Quest Diagnostics – Escondido Valley Parkway
Escondido, CA 92025
760-317-8980
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Sharp Rees – Stealy Sorrento Mesa (Preferred)
San Diego, CA 92121
858-526-6150
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Quest Diagnostics – Santee Mission Gorge
Santee, CA 92071
442-225-2784
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Don’t Pay Retail Prices at These Labs
Most patients in California overpay for basic blood work. We use a Function Health membership to unlock incredible pricing at the locations listed above.
| Feature | Standard Walk-In | Function Health |
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| Total Cost | $2,500+ (Est.) | $365 / year |
| Biomarkers Tested | ~20 (Basic Panel) | 100+ (Full Body) |
| Clinician Notes | ✘ No | ✔ Included |
| Retest (6 Months) | ✘ Pay Again | ✔ Included |
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Why Poway Residents Are Upgrading Their Labs
Many individuals in California are turning to preventative testing for three main reasons:
- Find Answers Standard bloodwork can miss issues like thyroid, hormone, or autoimmune problems.
- Longevity Optimization: You cannot optimize what you do not measure. Function tracks APOB, Insulin, and Cortisol to measure aging.
- Family History: Early detection of cancer signals or heart disease risk factors is possible.
Poway residents benefit significantly from abundant natural beauty and outdoor access. The community’s extensive parks, trails like Iron Mountain, and favorable climate readily encourage a lifestyle of natural movement, aligning perfectly with a core Blue Zone principle. This easy access to physical activity promotes daily well-being.
However, a potential challenge lies in fostering truly deep, spontaneous “Right Tribe” connections and consistently practicing “Downshift” routines. While family-centric, the suburban, often car-dependent structure can sometimes limit the incidental social interactions and dedicated stress-shedding practices found in tightly-knit Blue Zone communities, requiring conscious effort to build these vital longevity habits.
The 3-Step Process for Poway Locals
- Start Your Membership: Create your account online.
- Draw Blood: Book your appointmnet at any Poway location. The draw can take less than 15 minutes.
- Get Answers: Results are uploaded to your secure dashboard with clinician notes explaining every red flag.

Common Questions
Can I walk into Quest in Poway and buy this?
No. This specific package is care of Function Health and must be ordered through them.
Is this covered by insurance?
Function Health does not accept insurance. It is HSA/FSA eligible.
Ready to See Your Data?
Don’t guess about your health. See the full list of biomarkers included and get your access code below.