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Early-stage programs can’t afford delays or uncertain results. Our Lake Forest laboratory delivers rapid, high-quality biomarker and pathology data — so your team can move forward with confidence.

Start Fast in California. Scale Globally with CellCarta.

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✔ Speed without compromising quality

✔ Pathologist-driven science 

✔ In-house biobank 

✔ Global CRO network 

"As we advance our next-generation ADCs into phase 1, our success depends heavily on choosing the right CRO partners and CellCarta clearly stood out. CellCarta was one of very few CROs able to deliver the full scope of biomarker work we required under one roof. For a small team, that integrated capability makes our lives a lot easier."

Senior Director, Translational Medicine · ADC Biotech Company

From early research through CDx Development

CellCarta supports highly customized biomarker strategies and large-scale global studies across the full biomarker continuum — from translational research through clinical development and companion diagnostic (CDx) advancement. Start fast in California and scale globally with CellCarta’s owned global laboratory network.

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Connect directly with our Lake Forest, California team. Tell us about your program, and a CellCarta scientist will contact you to discuss how we can support you.


➜ Direct access to pathologists and project leads from day one 

➜ Rapid turnaround times built for early-stage decision-making

➜ Flexible collaboration that adapts as your program evolves

➜ Start fast in California — scale globally across the CellCarta network

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The CellCarta California Expertise

CellCarta – Lake Forest
Why teams choose our California site

Speed, flexibility, and scientific partnership — backed by our global CRO network

The rigor and quality of your early-stage programs play a defining role in the success of your therapeutic development. Our Lake Forest laboratory offers the histopathology services needed to make rapid, confident decisions — while ensuring the transition to global later-stage programs is seamless.

Speed Without Compromising Quality

Pathologist-validated data delivered on early-stage timelines, with the rigor required to support critical program decisions.

Flexibility for Programs That Evolve

As study requirements evolve, we adapt protocols, scope, and timelines to match your scientific direction. Whether your program expands, pivots, or accelerates, we are built to flex with it.

Confidence in Your Data

Scientific rigor and quality control processes are at the center of every project — delivering high-quality, reliable results from day one.

Direct Scientific Partnership

Work as one team with our scientists and pathologists — with real-time updates and meaningful dialogue.

In-house Biobank Access

Immediate specimen availability eliminates sourcing delays and accelerates project initiation.

Built for Global Expansion

Start locally and transition seamlessly across CellCarta's owned global laboratory network as your program advances.

Speed Without Compromising Quality

Pathologist-validated data delivered on early-stage timelines, with the rigor required to support critical program decisions.

The Lake Forest Expertise 

Flexibility for Programs That Evolve

As study requirements evolve, we adapt protocols, scope, and timelines to match your scientific direction. Whether your program expands, pivots, or accelerates, we are built to flex with it.

The Lake Forest Expertise 

Why teams choose our California site: speed, flexibility, scientific partnership, and confidence in your data, backed by our global CRO network

The rigor and quality of your early-stage programs play a defining role in the success of your therapeutic development. Our Lake Forest laboratory offers the histopathology services needed to make rapid, confident decisions — while ensuring the transition to later-stage global programs is seamless.

Direct Scientific Partnership

Work as one team with our scientists and pathologists — with real-time updates and meaningful dialogue.

The Lake Forest Expertise 

In-house Biobank Access

Immediate specimen availability eliminates sourcing delays and accelerates project initiation .

The Lake Forest Expertise 

Confidence in Your Data

Scientific rigor and quality control processes are at the center of every project — delivering high-quality, reliable results from day one.

The Lake Forest Expertise 

Built for Global Expansion

Start locally and transition seamlessly across CellCarta’s owned global laboratory network as your program advances.

The Lake Forest Expertise 

Speak with a Scientist

The CellCarta California Expertise 

Speed without compromising quality
Pathologist-driven science
In-house biobank
Global CRO network

Trusted by the 17 of the top 20 pharma companies 

20 years supporting Phase 1, Phase 2 and Phase 3 programs

From concept to validated histopathology assay in under 3 months.

Platform Agnostic: Dako, Leica, Ventana, Sakura and now the COMET from Lunaphore.

Specialized in ADC biomarker profiling

Trusted by the 17 of the top 20 pharma companies

20 years. Supporting Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 programs.

From concept to validated histopathology assay in under 3 months.

Platform Agnostic: Dako, Leica, Ventana, Sakura and now the COMET from Lunaphore.

Specialized in ADC biomarker profiling