STD Testing Centers
Gig Harbor, WA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Gig Harbor, Washington 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 Gig Harbor, WA 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 Gig Harbor, Washington STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
4700 POINT FOSDICK DR NW STE 210 2.0 miles
GIG HARBOR, WA 98335
11567 CANTERWOOD BLVD NW 2.9 miles
GIG HARBOR, WA 98332
1812 S MILDRED ST STE F 6.2 miles
TACOMA, WA 98465
14473 CLAYTON RD SE 6.5 miles
PORT ORCHARD, WA 98367
S 19th St And W Union Ave 7.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1901 S UNION AVE STE A-203 7.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
3401 S 19TH ST STE 220 7.6 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1901 South Union, Suite B3005 7.6 miles
Tacoma, WA 98405
3124 S 19TH ST BLDG C STE 110 7.7 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
702 BROADWAY STE 102 8.2 miles
TACOMA, WA 98402
2624 S 38TH ST 8.4 miles
TACOMA, WA 98409
1717 S J ST 8.4 miles
TACOMA, WA 98405
1123 PACIFIC AVE 8.5 miles
TACOMA, WA 98402
1930 PORT OF TACOMA RD 9.7 miles
TACOMA, WA 98421
2818 SW 327TH ST 9.9 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98023
5920 100th Street SW, Suite 29 11.6 miles
Lakewood, WA 98499
5700 100TH ST SW STE 510 11.7 miles
LAKEWOOD, WA 98499
4703 PACIFIC HWY E 11.7 miles
FIFE, WA 98424
502 54TH AVE E 11.7 miles
FIFE, WA 98424
33440 1ST WAY S STE 103 11.8 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
720 S 320th Street, Suite B 12.0 miles
Federal Way, WA 98003
1300 S 320TH ST 12.4 miles
FEDERAL WAY, WA 98003
11315 BRIDGEPORT WAY SW 12.6 miles
LAKEWOOD, WA 98499
34616 South 347th Place, Suite 2 12.8 miles
Federal Way, WA 98003
10 E WESTLAKE PL 12.9 miles
ALLYN, WA 98524
250 SW 193RD PL 13.2 miles
NORMANDY PARK, WA 98166
450 S KITSAP BLVD STE 144 13.8 miles
PORT ORCHARD, WA 98366
15870 1ST AVE S Ste 101 14.7 miles
BURIEN, WA 98148
2529 S 194TH ST 14.8 miles
SEATAC, WA 98188
15500 1ST AVE S STE 106A 14.8 miles
BURIEN, WA 98148
128 WASHINGTON AVE N 16.0 miles
KENT, WA 98032
18012 W VALLEY HWY STE 101 16.0 miles
KENT, WA 98032
202 N DIVISION ST 16.5 miles
AUBURN, WA 98001
1 E MAIN ST STE 130 16.5 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
532 5TH ST STE 19 16.6 miles
BREMERTON, WA 98337
202 CROSS ST SE 16.6 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
230 AUBURN WAY S STE B 16.7 miles
AUBURN, WA 98002
800 S Meridian, Suite B 16.7 miles
Puyallup, WA 98371
19032 62ND AVE S 16.7 miles
KENT, WA 98032
222 STATE AVE N 16.8 miles
KENT, WA 98032
6642 S 193RD PL STE N107 16.9 miles
KENT, WA 98032
1011 E Main, Suite 301 16.9 miles
Puyallup, WA 98372
407 14TH AVE SE 17.1 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
13030 MILITARY RD S STE 100 17.2 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98168
12844 MILITARY RD S 17.2 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98168
1450 5TH ST SE STE 1500 17.2 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98372
3850 S MERIDIAN 17.6 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98373
2528 WHEATON WAY STE 202 17.7 miles
BREMERTON, WA 98310
2601 Cherry Avenue, Suite 206 17.7 miles
Bremerton, WA 98310
818 39TH AVE SW ste A2 17.7 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98373
200 ANDOVER PARK E STE 8 17.8 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98188
1412 SW 43rd Street, Suite 101 17.9 miles
Renton, WA 98057
24031 104TH AVE SE 18.1 miles
KENT, WA 98030
6720 FORT DENT WAY STE 110 18.1 miles
TUKWILA, WA 98188
1005 185TH STREET CT E 18.3 miles
SPANAWAY, WA 98387
3908 10TH ST SE 18.5 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98374
3600 LIND AVE SW STE 170 18.6 miles
RENTON, WA 98057
400 S 43RD ST 18.8 miles
RENTON, WA 98055
10209 136TH ST E 19.1 miles
PUYALLUP, WA 98374
2414 SW ANDOVER ST STE E130 19.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98106
650 S ORCAS ST STE 125 19.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98108
17709 108TH AVE SE 19.6 miles
RENTON, WA 98055
304 MAIN AVE S STE 202 20.4 miles
RENTON, WA 98057
3223 1ST AVE S STE C 20.5 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98134
4515 Martin Luther King Jr Way S #200 20.9 miles
Seattle, WA 98108
11102 Sunrise Boulevard E, Suite 105 21.3 miles
Puyallup, WA 98374
1737 AIRPORT WAY S STE 200 21.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98134
1400 S JACKSON ST STE 24 22.4 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98144
509 OLIVE WAY STE 1664 22.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98101
1100 9TH AVE 22.6 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98101
1800 NW MYHRE RD 22.7 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
420 Lilly Road NE, Suite 101 22.8 miles
Olympia, WA 98506
1229 MADISON ST STE 610 22.8 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98104
500 17TH AVE 22.9 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
9621 RIDGETOP BLVD NW 22.9 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
610 1st Ave North 23.0 miles
Seattle, WA 98109
550 17TH AVE STE 200 23.0 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
1151 DENNY WAY 23.0 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98109
1512 Broadway 23.1 miles
Seattle, WA 98122
803 20TH AVE 23.2 miles
SEATTLE, WA 98122
10513 SILVERDALE WAY NW STE 104 23.2 miles
SILVERDALE, WA 98383
3928 PACIFIC AVE SE 23.3 miles
LACEY, WA 98503
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 Gig Harbor, Washington 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 Gig Harbor, Washington 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 Gig Harbor, Washington 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: Gig Harbor, Washington
Gig Harbor is one of several cities and towns that claim to be "the gateway to the Olympic Peninsula". Due to its close access to several state and city parks, and historic waterfront that includes boutiques and fine dining, it has become a popular tourist destination. Gig Harbor is located along State Route 16, about 6 mi (10 km) from its origin at Interstate 5, over the Tacoma Narrows Bridge. A $1.2 billion project to add a second span to the bridge was completed in 2007. From Gig Harbor, Tacoma can be reached in just under 20 minutes and Seattle in just under an hour.
During a heavy storm in 1840, Captain Charles Wilkes brought the captain's gig (small boat) into the harbor for protection. Later, with the publication of Wilkes 1841 map of the Oregon Territory, he named the sheltered bay Gig Harbor.
Gig Harbor was officially incorporated on July 12, 1946. Commercial fishing, boat building, and logging dominated the economy until the construction of the first Tacoma Narrows Bridge in 1940. Until then, the primary method of transportation between Gig Harbor and the economic center of nearby Tacoma was by steamship. Starting in 1836, steamships started plying the waters of Puget Sound and quickly developed into what was eventually dubbed the "Mosquito Fleet". Gig Harbor, isolated from Tacoma and Seattle by Puget Sound and the Tacoma Narrows, could not be reached by automobile or horseback except by a very long and arduous trip south around Puget Sound and Hammersly Inlet. The boom was to be short lived, as the first bridge collapsed just months after it was completed. The resource demands of World War II prevented another bridge from being built until 1950. Between the time when the first bridge collapsed and when the second bridge was completed, a state-run ferry service delivered drivers directly into downtown Gig Harbor. Remains of the ferry dock can still be seen just outside the mouth of the harbor at the southeast end of Harborview Drive. The area has been turned into a small park, where the public can see a panoramic view of the Cascade Mountains, Point Defiance, and Mount Rainier.