STD Testing Centers
Bridgeview, IL
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Bridgeview, Illinois 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 Bridgeview, IL 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 Bridgeview, Illinois STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
8755 S HARLEM AVE 1.3 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
6500 W 65TH ST 2.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
9532 EAGLE WAY 2.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
5660 W 95TH ST 3.0 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
5015 W 65TH ST 3.4 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
6170 JOLIET RD 3.9 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
4940 S CICERO AVE 4.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 4.5 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 4.6 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 5.0 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 5.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 5.2 miles
Palos Heights, IL 60463
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 5.4 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 5.6 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
12255 S 80TH AVE 5.7 miles
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
125 N LA GRANGE RD 6.0 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
ONSITE ONLY 6.5 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 6.9 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
7222 W CERMAK RD 6.9 miles
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 7.2 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
5601 W CERMAK RD 7.3 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
4800 W 129TH ST 7.5 miles
ALSIP, IL 60803
4742 CAL SAG RD 7.6 miles
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 7.7 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
534 CHESTNUT ST, STE 230 7.8 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
1734 W 105TH ST 7.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 8.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
2450 WOLF RD STE I 8.2 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 8.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 8.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 8.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
7421 S CASS AVE 8.7 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
onsite for POH only 8.7 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 8.8 miles
Orland Park, IL 60462
610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 8.8 miles
Oak Park, IL 60304
18W125 RODGERS CT 8.9 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
2615 HARRISON ST 9.0 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
650 W 51ST ST 9.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
2310 York St Ste 4A 9.1 miles
Blue Island, IL 60406
413 S HARVEY AVE 9.1 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 9.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 9.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
12647 S JUSTINE ST 9.5 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
1113 Fairview Ave, 9.9 miles
Westmont, IL 60559
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 10.1 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
537 N HARVEY AVE 10.1 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
12942 S CARPENTER ST 10.2 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
155 E BRUSH HILL RD 10.3 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
2361 Reliable Parkway 10.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 10.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
9570 W 159TH ST STE A 10.6 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 10.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
Fitness Department, 10.7 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 10.8 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 10.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 10.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60612
900 E 103RD ST 10.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60628
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 11.0 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 11.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 11.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2600 S Michigan Ave 11.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2929 S ELLIS AVE 11.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
10737 W. 165TH STREET 11.7 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
7530 WOODWARD AVE 11.7 miles
WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 11.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 11.7 miles
Woodridge, IL 60517
1974 E 73RD ST 11.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
17148 HARLEM AVE 11.8 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 11.8 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 11.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
1230 W LAKE ST 12.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
600 W ADAMS ST 12.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 12.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
614 W MONROE ST 12.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 12.3 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
15600 HONORE AVE 12.3 miles
HARVEY, IL 60426
1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 12.4 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
811 S STATE ST STE B 12.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60605
16501 KEDZIE AVE 12.4 miles
MARKHAM, IL 60428
1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 12.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60622
300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 12.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60606
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 330, 12.5 miles
Lombard, IL 60148
18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 12.6 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
1030 W CHICAGO AVE 12.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60642
36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 12.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
1520 N DAMEN AVE 12.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
7107 W BELMONT AVE 13.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 13.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60602
10137 GRAND AVE 13.0 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 13.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60602
14330 S WILL COOK RD 13.1 miles
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 13.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
219 W CHICAGO AVE 13.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60654
565 N YORK ST 13.4 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 13.4 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 13.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
1460 N Halsted St Ste 201, 13.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60642
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 13.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
233 E ERIE ST STE 602 13.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
321 W LAKE ST STE C 13.8 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
2400 N. Ashland Ave Suite 100 14.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60614
130 S MAIN ST 1ST FL IMMEDIATE CARE OCC HEALTH 14.0 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
391 S BOLINGBROOK DR 14.3 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
130 N WEBER RD STE 108 14.4 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 14.4 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, 14.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60641
480 QUADRANGLE DR 14.6 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
4211 N CICERO AVE 14.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
129 W SAINT CHARLES RD 14.6 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
639 W NORTH AVE 14.6 miles
VILLA PARK, IL 60181
4200 MANNHEIM RD 14.7 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
875 ROOSEVELT RD STE 200 14.8 miles
GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137
484 W Boughton Rd, 14.8 miles
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
4757 W MONTROSE AVE 14.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
16221 W 159th St 15.1 miles
Lockport, IL 60441
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 15.1 miles
Norridge, IL 60706
2868 N BROADWAY ST 15.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60657
3000 N. Halsted, Suite 604 15.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 15.2 miles
NORRIDGE, IL 60706
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste G1, 15.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
16246 PRINCE DR 15.2 miles
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
250 E MAPLE ST 15.3 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
PO BOX 63 15.4 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 15.5 miles
Flossmoor, IL 60422
18665 DIXIE HWY 15.5 miles
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
19550 GOVERNORS HWY 16.0 miles
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
1190 S NAPER BLVD 16.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
1240 IL ROUTE 83 16.1 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
1220 HOBSON RD STE 220 16.2 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
7742 W HIGGINS RD 16.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
303 W LAKE ST 16.2 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
3831 S HOHMAN AVE 16.5 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46327
O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 16.6 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
1595 VALENCIA CT 16.7 miles
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
4801 W Peterson Ave Ste 205, 16.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60646
6191 N CANFIELD AVE 16.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
4020 S CALUMET AVE 17.0 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
1020 E OGDEN AVE STE 208 17.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
1000 S HAMILTON ST 17.2 miles
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
5961 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 2 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 17.3 miles
Hammond, IN 46320
701 WINTHROP AVE 17.4 miles
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139
1280 WINDHAM PKWY 17.6 miles
ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446
17665 Torrence Ave, 17.6 miles
Lansing, IL 60438
801 S WASHINGTON ST 17.6 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
2300 W PETERSON AVE 17.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
640 S Washington St Ste 140, 17.8 miles
Naperville, IL 60540
813 SIBLEY ST 17.9 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
1339 W LAKE ST 17.9 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
21035 S LA GRANGE RD 18.0 miles
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
621 E LINCOLN HWY 18.1 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
2741 RIDGE RD 18.4 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 18.4 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 18.4 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
6140 N BROADWAY ST 18.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60660
726 S WEBER RD 18.5 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490
211 E ARMY TRAIL RD 18.5 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
273 E ARMY TRAIL RD 18.5 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
6624 MONROE AVE 18.5 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
1010 165TH ST 18.8 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
1423 CHICAGO RD 18.9 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 18.9 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
30 E 15TH ST STE 100 19.0 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
8125 RIVER DR STE 102 19.2 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
2200 LANDMEIER RD STE 2200 19.4 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
7905 CALUMET AVE 19.6 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
636 RAYMOND DR STE 102 19.7 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
8135 S Calumet Ave 19.9 miles
Munster, IN 46321
1830 JARVIS AVE 19.9 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
4321 FIR ST STE 313 20.0 miles
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
6449 DEMPSTER ST 20.1 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
2272 W 95TH STREET, STE 100 20.2 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
1600 Dempster St Ste 218, 20.2 miles
Park Ridge, IL 60068
800 Austin St, East Tower Ste 457 20.3 miles
Evanston, IL 60202
113 W LAKE ST 20.4 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
126 BIESTERFIELD RD 20.4 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 20.5 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
2450 169TH ST 20.6 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46323
3301 N Ashland 20.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
1971 Gowdy Road 20.8 miles
Naperville, IL 60563
3360 LACROSSE LN STE 110 20.9 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
16101 WEBER RD 21.0 miles
CREST HILL, IL 60403
471 W Army Trail Rd Ste 101, 21.0 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
245 S GARY AVE STE 101 21.0 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
8630 W GOLF RD 21.1 miles
NILES, IL 60714
4709 W. Golf, Suite 806 21.2 miles
Skokie, IL 60076
1 KRAFT CT 21.3 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60025
100 N RIVER RD 21.5 miles
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
1060 S ELMHURST RD 21.6 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
24600 W 127TH ST 21.7 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
800 N LARKIN AVE 22.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
24600 W 127th St Ste 310, Building B 22.3 miles
Plainfield, IL 60585
7501 W 15TH AVE 22.4 miles
GARY, IN 46406
4100 HEALTHWAY DR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICEES 22.4 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
2380 S ELMHURST RD 22.5 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
2306 ESSINGTON RD 22.5 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
3052 WEBER DR 22.5 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
13246 S ROUTE 59 STE 106 22.6 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
2000 GLENWOOD AVE 22.7 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
25711 S Egyptian Trail 22.8 miles
Monee, IL 60449
2100 GLENWOOD AVE 22.8 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102, 22.8 miles
Joliet, IL 60435
5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 22.8 miles
GARY, IN 46406
24 JOLIET ST 22.9 miles
DYER, IN 46311
330 MADISON ST STE B2 22.9 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
1375 E SCHAUMBURG RD 22.9 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194
1214 Brownwood Ste B 22.9 miles
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
333 MADISON ST 22.9 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
32 UNO CIR 23.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2025 S CHICAGO ST 23.1 miles
JOLIET, IL 60436
519 S ROSELLE RD 23.3 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60193
3145 45TH ST STE F 23.4 miles
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140 23.4 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
4519 W 5TH AVE 23.6 miles
GARY, IN 46406
750 ESSINGTON RD 23.6 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
3040 SOUTHCREEK LANE 23.6 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
2000 OGDEN AVE 23.7 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
1573 N CLINE AVE 23.7 miles
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
2088 Ogden Ave, Ste 240 23.8 miles
Aurora, IL 60504
605 W CENTRAL RD STE 101 23.9 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
800 W CENTRAL RD 24.0 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
2591 Compass Rd Ste 110, 24.0 miles
Glenview, IL 60026
1100 W. Central Rd., Suite 402 24.0 miles
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
1515 E LAKE ST STE 100 24.0 miles
HANOVER PARK, IL 60133
2601 COMPASS RD, STE 130 24.1 miles
GLENVIEW NAS, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD STE 3000 24.1 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD 24.1 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
1955 RANDI DR 24.1 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
808 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, 24.2 miles
Schaumburg, IL 60173
1500 US HIGHWAY 41 24.6 miles
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
2853 KIRK RD 24.9 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
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 Bridgeview, Illinois 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 Bridgeview, Illinois 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 Bridgeview, Illinois 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: Bridgeview, Illinois
Bridgeview is a village in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It is located approximately 15 miles (24 km) southwest of the Chicago Loop. As of the 2010 census, the village population was 16,446. Bridgeview is home to the Chicago Fire of Major League Soccer.
The village has a roughly rectangular shape; its borders running north and south stagger between 8300 West and 6800 West, but can generally be defined as between Roberts Road and Harlem Avenue. The southern border of the town is 103rd Street between 76th Avenue and Harlem. The northern border is staggered between 6700 South on the west side of the rail tracks and 6900 South on the east side of the rail tracks.
Bridgeview borders the following communities: Bedford Park, Nottingham Park (unincorporated Cook County, often considered part of Chicago due to its 60638 ZIP code), Burbank, Oak Lawn, Chicago Ridge, Palos Hills, Hickory Hills and Justice.