Uvita · Osa Peninsula · Costa Rica

Accurate lab results, close to home

Uvita Lab is a modern clinical laboratory in Vita Plaza, Uvita. Precise testing, fast results and friendly care for the Osa Peninsula community and visitors.

Monday to Saturday · Next to Uvita Urgent Care

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+506 8373-6666

Opening hours

Mon–Fri 8 AM – 4 PM
Sat 8 AM – 12 PM

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Vita Plaza, Costanera Sur, Uvita

Our services

Complete clinical laboratory testing

From routine blood work to specialized tests, our lab covers your everyday and specialized needs.

Hematology

Hematology

Advanced, detailed blood tests to evaluate a wide range of health conditions, with precise methods and accurate results.

Clinical chemistry

Clinical chemistry

Analysis of body fluids, from metabolic profiles to hormone studies, to give you and your doctor vital information.

Immunology

Immunology

Specialized tests to evaluate the immune system and help diagnose autoimmune and allergic disorders.

Molecular biology

Molecular biology

Genetic and molecular analysis for the detection of genetic conditions and infectious diseases.

Urinalysis

Urinalysis

Complete urine analysis to detect conditions from urinary tract infections to kidney disease.

Bacteriology

Bacteriology

Identification of pathogenic bacteria with fast, accurate results for effective treatment of infections.

Why Uvita Lab

Precise results you can trust

We combine modern equipment with careful, personal attention, so your results are accurate and your visit is quick and comfortable.

  • Blood, urine and stool tests, hormone panels and more
  • Fast, reliable results with modern equipment
  • Right next to Uvita Urgent Care in Vita Plaza
  • Friendly service for locals and travelers
Lab professionals working with modern equipment

Testing for every stage of life

Your health, our precision

From pediatric testing to hormone panels and preventive check-ups, we help you and your doctor make informed decisions.

Your health, our precision
Pediatric testing
Early detection matters
Hormonal testing for women
PSA testing for men
How to prepare for a urine test
Dr. Carol Castro, microbiologist at Uvita Lab

Meet our microbiologist

Dr. Carol Castro

Microbiologist

Dr. Carol Castro leads Uvita Lab, our modern laboratory in Uvita. As an expert in clinical analysis, she brings a unique blend of technical precision and personal care to every sample and every patient.

Under her direction, the lab focuses on accurate, high-quality results and on making each visit friendly and easy.

Our allies

A strategic alliance with Medi Red Costa Rica

Uvita Lab is an independent laboratory with a strategic alliance with Medi Red Costa Rica, its network of urgent cares and Farmacias Bienestar. Together we make it easy for patients to get lab tests, results and follow-up care. Click a logo to visit their website.

Medi Red Costa Rica
Uvita Urgent Care
Manuel Antonio Urgent Care
Quepos Urgent Care
Esterillos Urgent Care
Jaco Urgent Care
Hermosa Urgent Care
Coco Medical Center
Coco Medical & Dental Center
Flamingo Urgent Care
Pinilla Urgent Care
Catalinas Urgent Care
Solarium Urgent Care
Farmacias Bienestar

Patient reviews

What our patients say

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Douglas Scothorn
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My daughter was stung by a stingray at the beach. We brought her here for care. She was treated immediately and with the utmost kindness and professionalism. Dr. Navarro is an amazing doctor.
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Jill C
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Amazing Care! Doctor and staff are extremely supportive, knowledgeable, experienced, and responsive. The follow up care is fantastic as well. We are so lucky to have outstanding care in Uvita. In a lot of ways it is better care than in the US.
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Kattya Marín cascante
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Excelente atención.
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Lorena Nani
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Excelente servicio! Todas las empleadas son muy amables y capaces.
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Luciano Corallo
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Muy buen trato, buena onda y gente joven y linda!
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Colby Morgan
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Amazing Experience - i cut my leg open pretty on an excursion. The team at the resort immediately knew i needed stitches. Dr. Héctor Alvarez was amazing. I was in and out in maybe 30 mins top. He explained exactly what his process would be first and then executed flawlessly. I got 5 stitches and barely felt anything and laughed and talked the whole time. After care instructions were super clear and straightforward. Well i hope i don’t need more stitches or anything medical related but if i do i want to be treated here. Best best side manner - thank you so much.
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laurence lebrun
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Mejor lugar para hacer test de sangre, la gente que atiende muy muy amable y todo se hace rápido . Gracias por brindar este serviCio en la zona de Uvita. Muy recomendable.
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Nicole Salminen (Nikki)
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The lab and everyone who works here is so amazing, friendly and welcoming. I have had to use it a lot frequently as I navigate figuring out an illness and they have been super helpful. Super efficient and I get my results quickly. It’s been great working with Uvita labs
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J.P. Fortier
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Great, fast service. We brought our kids in for blood work and they came prepared, helpful and distracting with a bubble machine, balloons after while we waited. Really recommended. Results back via WhatsApp very quickly.
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Ashley
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The ladies working were very nice and helpful. Very modern and clean building. I was seen immediately. My Spanish is a little limited and there was someone who could communicate with me in English which was super helpful 🙏🏼

Insurance

We work with national and international insurance

Ask us about your plan. We can help you with the paperwork for your lab tests.

INS
UniCare
Kaiser Permanente
Aetna
Humana
Cigna
PacifiCare
Best Doctors
Health Net
Blue Cross Blue Shield

Strategic alliance

Connected to medical centers across Costa Rica

Uvita Lab works hand in hand with the Medi Red Costa Rica network of urgent cares. Tap a pin to open each clinic’s website.

Allied Medi Red clinics Pharmacy Partner clinicsTap a pin to open the clinic’s website

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    Hours & location

    Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
    Saturday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
    SundayClosed

    Vita Plaza, Costanera Sur, Uvita, Puntarenas, Costa Rica. Right next to Uvita Urgent Care.

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