STD Testing Centers
Chicago Heights, IL
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Chicago Heights, 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 Chicago Heights, 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 Chicago Heights, Illinois STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
30 E 15TH ST STE 100 0.2 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
1423 CHICAGO RD 0.3 miles
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, IL 60411
3301 N Ashland 2.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
18665 DIXIE HWY 3.4 miles
HOMEWOOD, IL 60430
19550 GOVERNORS HWY 3.6 miles
FLOSSMOOR, IL 60422
19150 South Kedzie Avenue, Suite 101 3.9 miles
Flossmoor, IL 60422
24 JOLIET ST 5.9 miles
DYER, IN 46311
2741 RIDGE RD 6.0 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
2741 RIDGE RD FL 2 6.0 miles
LANSING, IL 60438
17665 Torrence Ave, 6.2 miles
Lansing, IL 60438
16501 KEDZIE AVE 6.6 miles
MARKHAM, IL 60428
1595 VALENCIA CT 6.8 miles
CALUMET CITY, IL 60409
16246 PRINCE DR 7.0 miles
SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473
15600 HONORE AVE 7.1 miles
HARVEY, IL 60426
8840 CALUMET AVE, STE 204 7.3 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
8135 S Calumet Ave 7.7 miles
Munster, IN 46321
7905 CALUMET AVE 7.9 miles
MUNSTER, IN 46321
25711 S Egyptian Trail 8.1 miles
Monee, IL 60449
1500 US HIGHWAY 41 8.5 miles
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
6624 MONROE AVE 8.7 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
1217 US HIGHWAY 41 8.9 miles
SCHERERVILLE, IN 46375
6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 9.2 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
1010 165TH ST 9.2 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46324
6423 COLUMBIA AVE UNIT A 9.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
5500 Hohman Ave Ste 1D 9.5 miles
Hammond, IN 46320
17148 HARLEM AVE 9.6 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
3145 45TH ST STE F 9.7 miles
HIGHLAND, IN 46322
813 SIBLEY ST 10.0 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 10.1 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
2450 169TH ST 10.3 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46323
12942 S CARPENTER ST 10.6 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
2310 York St Ste 4A 10.7 miles
Blue Island, IL 60406
1573 N CLINE AVE 10.9 miles
GRIFFITH, IN 46319
12647 S JUSTINE ST 11.0 miles
CALUMET PARK, IL 60827
21035 S LA GRANGE RD 11.1 miles
FRANKFORT, IL 60423
3831 S HOHMAN AVE 11.3 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46327
4742 CAL SAG RD 11.4 miles
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
4020 S CALUMET AVE 11.4 miles
HAMMOND, IN 46320
4800 W 129TH ST 11.5 miles
ALSIP, IL 60803
19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 11.6 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 12.0 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
7501 W 15TH AVE 12.1 miles
GARY, IN 46406
9570 W 159TH ST STE A 13.0 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
onsite for POH only 13.1 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
4321 FIR ST STE 313 13.2 miles
EAST CHICAGO, IN 46312
PO BOX 63 13.5 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
5404 W 25TH AVE STE107 13.5 miles
GARY, IN 46406
1734 W 105TH ST 13.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 13.9 miles
Orland Park, IL 60462
10737 W. 165TH STREET 13.9 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 14.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
900 E 103RD ST 14.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60628
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 14.2 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
4519 W 5TH AVE 14.2 miles
GARY, IN 46406
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 14.4 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
12255 S 80TH AVE 14.6 miles
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 14.8 miles
Palos Heights, IL 60463
611 DIVISION ST 15.2 miles
PEOTONE, IL 60468
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 15.3 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
250 E MAPLE ST 15.5 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
8751 S Greenwood Ave Ste 106, 16.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60619
9001 Broadway, 16.0 miles
Merrillville, IN 46410
751 E 81ST PL 16.1 miles
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
387 EAST 84TH DR 16.1 miles
MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
5660 W 95TH ST 16.1 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
621 E LINCOLN HWY 16.4 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
8755 S HARLEM AVE 17.8 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
1974 E 73RD ST 18.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60649
14330 S WILL COOK RD 18.2 miles
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
5015 W 65TH ST 19.4 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
1354 S LAKE PARK AVE 19.5 miles
HOBART, IN 46342
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 19.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 19.7 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
6500 W 65TH ST 20.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 20.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
12800 MISSISSIPPI PKWY STE A204 20.3 miles
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
650 W 51ST ST 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
4940 S CICERO AVE 20.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
16221 W 159th St 20.6 miles
Lockport, IL 60441
2490 CENTRAL AVE 21.0 miles
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
1438 RIPLEY ST 21.2 miles
LAKE STATION, IN 46405
9532 EAGLE WAY 21.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
9150 E 109TH AVE, STE C-1 22.2 miles
CROWN POINT, IN 46307
ONSITE ONLY 22.3 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
6170 JOLIET RD 22.3 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 22.4 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
1000 S HAMILTON ST 22.5 miles
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 22.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 22.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 22.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 22.9 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 23.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
2025 S CHICAGO ST 23.0 miles
JOLIET, IL 60436
2929 S ELLIS AVE 23.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 23.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 23.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2600 S Michigan Ave 23.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 23.6 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
3630 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.6 miles
PORTAGE, IN 46368
3325 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles
PORTAGE, IN 46368
3170 WILLOWCREEK RD 23.7 miles
PORTAGE, IN 46368
2361 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 23.8 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 24.0 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
3545 Arbors Blvd, 24.4 miles
Portage, IN 46368
7421 S CASS AVE 24.4 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
3391 AIRPORT RD 24.7 miles
PORTAGE, IN 46368
5601 W CERMAK RD 24.7 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
18W125 RODGERS CT 24.8 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
125 N LA GRANGE RD 24.9 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
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 Chicago Heights, 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 Chicago Heights, 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 Chicago Heights, 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: Chicago Heights, Illinois
Chicago Heights is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States. The population was 30,276 at the 2010 census. In earlier years, Chicago Heights was nicknamed "The Crossroads of the Nation". Currently, it is nicknamed "The Heights".
According to the 2010 census, Chicago Heights has a total area of 10.083 square miles (26.11 km2), of which 10.07 square miles (26.08 km2) (or 99.87%) is land and 0.013 square miles (0.03 km2) (or 0.13%) is water.
As of the census of 2010, there were 30,276 people, 9,587 households, and 7,077 families in the city. The population density was 3,003.6 people per square mile (1,160.0/km²). There were 11,060 housing units at an average density of 1,097.2 per square mile (423.8/km²). The racial makeup was 38.0% White, 41.5% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 16.6% some other race, and 2.9% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 33.9% of the population.