STD Testing Centers
Afton, MN
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Afton, Minnesota testing centers for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests at our Afton, MN locations may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel screening which includes several STD tests. Same day service is available, and we have multiple Afton, Minnesota STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
403 STAGELINE RD 5.5 miles
HUDSON, WI 54016
405 STAGELINE RD 5.5 miles
HUDSON, WI 54016
8380 CITY CENTRE DR 7.6 miles
WOODBURY, MN 55125
2056 WOODLANE DR 9.0 miles
WOODBURY, MN 55125
1687 WOODLANE DR STE 102 9.1 miles
WOODBURY, MN 55125
1687 E DIVISION ST 9.2 miles
RIVER FALLS, WI 54022
1687 E Division St, 9.2 miles
River Falls, WI 54022
436 HAYWARD AVE N 9.2 miles
OAKDALE, MN 55128
13999 60TH ST N 9.4 miles
STILLWATER, MN 55082
8611 W POINT DOUGLAS RD S 9.6 miles
COTTAGE GROVE, MN 55016
1400 N ACRES RD 9.8 miles
PRESCOTT, WI 54021
1500 CURVE CREST BLVD 9.8 miles
STILLWATER, MN 55082
927 W Churchill St 10.2 miles
Stillwater, MN 55082
1175 NININGER RD 11.6 miles
HASTINGS, MN 55033
1210 1ST ST W 11.7 miles
HASTINGS, MN 55033
5815 NORELL AVE N AT THE FRONT OF STORE 12.1 miles
STILLWATER, MN 55082
3105 65TH ST E STE 400 13.1 miles
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55076
3105 East 65th St Suite 400 13.1 miles
Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
2760 75TH ST E STE E 13.7 miles
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55076
1560 BEAM AVE STE F 15.0 miles
MAPLEWOOD, MN 55109
205 WABASHA ST S 15.1 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55107
402 COUNTY ROAD D W 15.8 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55112
3180B 117TH ST E 16.5 miles
INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
1141 UNIVERSITY AVE W 18.2 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
250 RICHMOND WAY 18.2 miles
NEW RICHMOND, WI 54017
228 PAPERJACK DR 18.5 miles
NEW RICHMOND, WI 54017
1110 YANKEE DOODLE RD 18.5 miles
EAGAN, MN 55121
551 HOSPITAL RD 18.6 miles
NEW RICHMOND, WI 54017
535 HOSPITAL RD 18.6 miles
NEW RICHMOND, WI 54017
144 S PLUM ST 18.9 miles
ELLSWORTH, WI 54011
2520 PILOT KNOB RD STE 250 19.0 miles
MENDOTA HEIGHTS, MN 55120
393 DUNLAP ST N STE 120 CENTRAL MEDICAL MIDWAY BLDG 19.0 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
570 Asbury St, Ste 101 Hamline Park Plaza 19.0 miles
St Paul, MN 55104
1835 COUNTY ROAD C W STE 41 19.5 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55113
1955 COUNTY ROAD B2 W 19.5 miles
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
1835 COUNTY ROAD C W 19.5 miles
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
2233 HAMLINE AVE N STE 130 19.7 miles
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
1640 10TH AVE 20.3 miles
BALDWIN, WI 54002
730 10TH AVE 20.5 miles
BALDWIN, WI 54002
15170 CHIPPENDALE AVE W STE 200 21.1 miles
ROSEMOUNT, MN 55068
14665 MERCANTILE DR N STE 100 21.1 miles
HUGO, MN 55038
1661 SAINT ANTHONY AVE FL 2 21.2 miles
SAINT PAUL, MN 55104
7550 34TH AVE S 21.7 miles
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55450
402 WEST COUNTY ROAD D 22.0 miles
NEW BRIGHTON, MN 55112
600 County Road D West, Suite 11 22.1 miles
New Brighton, MN 55112
2716 EAST 82ND ST 22.3 miles
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
4651 Nicols Rd Ste 107 22.7 miles
Eagan, MN 55122
4651 Nicols Rd 22.8 miles
Eagan, MN 55122
2220 RIVERSIDE AVE 22.8 miles
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55454
2626 E 82ND ST ste 105 23.0 miles
BLOOMINGTON, MN 55425
2925 Chicago Ave 23.6 miles
Minneapolis, MN 55407
14655 GALAXIE AVE 23.8 miles
APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124
7372 143RD STREET CT 24.0 miles
APPLE VALLEY, MN 55124
135 STENE DR STE 4 24.3 miles
WOODVILLE, WI 54028
6944 NICOLLET AVE 24.3 miles
RICHFIELD, MN 55423
825 NICOLLET MALL, STE 406 24.5 miles
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55402
333 WASHINGTON AVE N STE 300 24.6 miles
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55401
4000 CENTRAL AVE NE 24.6 miles
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS, MN 55421
21260 CHIPPENDALE AVE W 24.9 miles
FARMINGTON, MN 55024
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Afton, Minnesota is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test and payment information (self-pay).
When completed you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing location in the Afton, Minnesota area. Same day service is available and your registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our nationally CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
STD Definitions/Descriptions
STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.
HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.
Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).
Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.
Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.
Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.
Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.
People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.
Accredited Drug Testing can schedule your STD test at an Afton, Minnesota testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of STD Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.
Importance of STD Testing
Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.
Common Types of STD Tests
- HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
- Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
- Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
- Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.
When to Get Tested
- After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
- If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
- Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.
What to Expect During STD Testing
The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.
Benefits of STD Testing
- Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
- Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
- Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.
Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.
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Local Area Info: Afton, Minnesota
Afton is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,886 at the 2010 census. It is located on a small bay where Valley Creek empties into the St. Croix River several miles north of the confluence with the Mississippi River.
Afton is well known for Afton Alps, the largest ski and snowboard area in the Twin Cities metropolitan area. It is also home to Afton State Park, a popular park on the St. Croix River. Due to these two destinations and the quaint small-town appearance in a major metropolitan area, Afton receives a fair amount of local tourism in the form of day trips. Jessica Diggins, 2018 U.S. Winter Olympic Gold Medalist cross country skier, hails from Afton.
Afton was platted in 1855, and named for the poem Sweet Afton by Robert Burns. A post office has been in operation at Afton since 1857. The city contains three properties listed on the National Register of Historic Places: the 1856 Erastus Bolles House, the 1864 Newington Gilbert House, and the 1867 Cushing Hotel.