Who We Are

Essential Health Labs was established to fulfill a need in Southeast Virginia, especially Williamsburg and the Hampton Roads metropolitan area, for honest and reliable drug testing.

Our commitment to excellence is evidenced by the caliber of the professional staff working at Essential Health Labs. Our skillfully qualified team members have all earned higher learning degrees and come with years of experience expected in a quality diagnostic laboratory.

Essential Health Labs follows exacting standards. These standards are regulated by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA). CLIA regulates clinical laboratories and requires them to perform moderate- and high-complexity testing that adheres to the strictest national regulations.

what makes us different

  • We follow stringent specimen collection protocols to ensure the accuracy of testing results.
  • We provide test results within 24-72 hours.
  • We link our LIS system to our client’s EMR system (electronic medical record) for easy electronic transfer of patient results.
  • We offer our clients a direct phone number to our lab team.
  • We use trusted couriers and schedule pickups at our client’s convenience to deliver patient specimens to our laboratory.
  • We offer in-office specimen collectors.
  • We offer customized drug panels to meet client needs.
  • We also offer test saliva through oral screens.

Our Mission Statement

Essential Health Labs’ mission is to provide exceptional service, fast turn-a-rounds, accurate results, and convenience for physicians and their patients. Let us meet your laboratory needs.

Our Vision Statement

We strive to be leaders in the field of toxicology testing. We are committed to providing every customer with clear, accurate, and timely results every time.

Contact Us

For more information about our toxicology screenings and confirmations please call us at (757)-528-6099 or email us at testing@essentialhealthlabs.com, and our qualified account specialists will be happy to discuss your options.