STD Testing Centers
Ansonia, CT
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Ansonia, Connecticut 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 Ansonia, CT 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 Ansonia, Connecticut STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
44 BRIDGE ST 0.3 miles
ANSONIA, CT 6401
515 Bridgeport Ave, 4.5 miles
Shelton, CT 6484
4 CORPORATE DR, STE 185 5.5 miles
SHELTON, CT 6484
100 COMMERCE DR 5.6 miles
SHELTON, CT 6484
2 TRAP FALLS RD STE 105 6.2 miles
SHELTON, CT 6484
446 BLAKE ST 1ST FL 6.4 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6515
887 BRIDGEPORT AVE 6.5 miles
SHELTON, CT 6484
236 BOSTON POST RD 6.8 miles
ORANGE, CT 6477
419 WHALLEY AVE STE 306 7.1 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
175 SHERMAN AVE 7.4 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
1100 DIXWELL AVE 7.5 miles
HAMDEN, CT 6514
1213 CHAPEL ST 7.9 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
2 Church St S Ste 115, 8.3 miles
New Haven, CT 6519
13 LAFAYETTE ST 8.8 miles
MILFORD, CT 6460
232 BOSTON POST RD 8.9 miles
MILFORD, CT 6460
2080 WHITNEY AVE 9.2 miles
HAMDEN, CT 6518
370 JAMES ST STE 304 9.4 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6513
1631 STATE ST 9.5 miles
NEW HAVEN, CT 6511
2440 WHITNEY AVE 2ND FL 9.6 miles
HAMDEN, CT 6518
3000 Dixwell Ave, 9.6 miles
Hamden, CT 6518
388 MAIN ST 9.7 miles
MONROE, CT 6468
266 S MAIN ST 10.1 miles
NEWTOWN, CT 6470
1040 BARNUM AVE 10.6 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6614
863 N Main St Ext 10.8 miles
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
4750 MAIN ST 11.1 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6606
900 MAIN ST S BLDG 2 11.3 miles
SOUTHBURY, CT 6488
161 BOSTON AVE 11.4 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
226 MILL HILL AVE 11.7 miles
BRIDGEPORT, CT 6610
161 HIGH PARK AVE PO BOX 751 12.4 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
400 W MAIN ST 12.7 miles
BRANFORD, CT 6405
60 WATSON BLVD 12.8 miles
STRATFORD, CT 6615
555 Lordship Blvd Fl 1, 12.8 miles
Stratford, CT 6615
28 S MAIN ST 14.0 miles
CHESHIRE, CT 6410
84 N MAIN ST 14.0 miles
BRANFORD, CT 6405
144 North Main Street, 14.3 miles
Branford, CT 6405
501 KINGS HWY E, STE 103 14.3 miles
FAIRFIELD, CT 6825
1918 Black Rock Turnpike 14.4 miles
Fairfield, CT 6825
1068 W MAIN ST 14.6 miles
WATERBURY, CT 6708
506 FROST RD 14.9 miles
WATERBURY, CT 6705
60 Westwood Avenue, 14.9 miles
Waterbury, CT 6708
6 BUSINESS PARK DR 15.4 miles
BRANFORD, CT 6405
60 CHURCH ST 15.4 miles
YALESVILLE, CT 6492
15 South Elm Street, 15.5 miles
Wallingford, CT 6492
16 APOLLO RD 17.7 miles
BETHEL, CT 6801
246 FEDERAL RD STE D12 18.2 miles
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
900 NORTHRUP RD 18.8 miles
WALLINGFORD, CT 6492
79 SAND PIT RD STE 302 18.9 miles
DANBURY, CT 6810
67 SAND PIT RD 18.9 miles
DANBURY, CT 6810
7 Germantown Rd, 19.0 miles
Danbury, CT 6810
31 OLD ROUTE 7 19.3 miles
BROOKFIELD, CT 6804
24 HOSPITAL AVE 19.6 miles
DANBURY, CT 6810
2 GLEN HILL RD 19.6 miles
DANBURY, CT 6811
816 Broad Street, Ste 22, 20.2 miles
Meriden, CT 6450
1064 E MAIN ST STE 301 20.4 miles
MERIDEN, CT 6450
10 SOUTH ST STE 101 21.9 miles
RIDGEFIELD, CT 6877
607 Main Ave 22.0 miles
Norwalk, CT 6851
100 MILL PLAIN RD 22.7 miles
DANBURY, CT 6811
346 MAIN AVE 23.0 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
346 MAIN AVE STE B 23.0 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
21 ELM ST 23.6 miles
NEW MILFORD, CT 6776
13 MELLEN ST 23.7 miles
BRISTOL, CT 6010
9 SHAWE ST 23.9 miles
DANBURY, CT 6810
76 WOODSEDGE CT 24.4 miles
KENSINGTON, CT 6037
240 EAST ST 24.5 miles
PLAINVILLE, CT 6062
78 Pershing Drive 24.5 miles
Derby, CT 6416
324 WELLSVILLE AVE 24.5 miles
NEW MILFORD, CT 6776
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 Ansonia, Connecticut 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 Ansonia, Connecticut 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 Ansonia, Connecticut 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: Ansonia, Connecticut
Ansonia is a city in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States, on the Naugatuck River, immediately north of Derby, and about 12 miles (19 km) northwest of New Haven. The population was 19,249 at the 2010 census. The ZIP code for Ansonia is 06401. The city is served by the Metro-North Railroad. Ansonia Station is a stop on the railroad passenger commuter service's Waterbury line, connecting to New York's Grand Central Terminal. Ansonia also is served by the Connecticut Transit bus carrier. Connecticut Route 8 serves Ansonia (Northbound, Exit 18; Southbound, Exit 19).
Ansonia, also referred to as "The Copper City", is recognized for its history of heavy machine manufacturing industry in the lower Naugatuck Valley. Production included copper, brass, rubber and plastics processing, molding and tubing, iron castings, sheet metal, electric, automatic screw machine, textiles, and foundry products. The well-known Ansonia Clock Company was founded here in 1851.
Ansonia is the birthplace of American Revolutionary War Colonel and Diplomat David Humphreys. The city's high school football team, the Ansonia Chargers, annual game against arch-rival Naugatuck, on Thanksgiving morning, is one of the more significant events of the year for the two cities.