STD Testing Centers
Glen Ellyn, IL
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Glen Ellyn, 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 Glen Ellyn, 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 Glen Ellyn, Illinois STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
875 ROOSEVELT RD STE 200 0.9 miles
GLEN ELLYN, IL 60137
130 S MAIN ST 1ST FL IMMEDIATE CARE OCC HEALTH 2.0 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
129 W SAINT CHARLES RD 2.3 miles
LOMBARD, IL 60148
2340 S Highland Ave Ste 330, 3.1 miles
Lombard, IL 60148
701 WINTHROP AVE 3.1 miles
GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL 60139
639 W NORTH AVE 4.0 miles
VILLA PARK, IL 60181
211 E ARMY TRAIL RD 4.5 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
273 E ARMY TRAIL RD 4.5 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
303 E Army Trail Rd, Ste 111 4.5 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
303 W LAKE ST 5.6 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
533 W North Ave, LL Suite 50 5.7 miles
Elmhurst, IL 60126
1339 W LAKE ST 5.7 miles
ADDISON, IL 60101
471 W Army Trail Rd Ste 101, 5.8 miles
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
245 S GARY AVE STE 101 5.9 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
113 W LAKE ST 6.2 miles
BLOOMINGDALE, IL 60108
155 E BRUSH HILL RD 6.3 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
1200 S YORK RD Center for Health 6.4 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
1020 E OGDEN AVE STE 208 6.6 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
321 W LAKE ST STE C 6.6 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
565 N YORK ST 7.0 miles
ELMHURST, IL 60126
1113 Fairview Ave, 7.5 miles
Westmont, IL 60559
534 CHESTNUT ST, STE 230 7.9 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
40 S CLAY ST STE 100E 7.9 miles
HINSDALE, IL 60521
2450 WOLF RD STE I 8.4 miles
WESTCHESTER, IL 60154
7530 WOODWARD AVE 8.4 miles
WOODRIDGE, IL 60517
7530 Woodward Ave. Suite G, 8.5 miles
Woodridge, IL 60517
640 S Washington St Ste 140, 8.5 miles
Naperville, IL 60540
801 S WASHINGTON ST 8.5 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
1190 S NAPER BLVD 8.6 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
1220 HOBSON RD STE 220 8.6 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60540
1240 IL ROUTE 83 8.7 miles
BENSENVILLE, IL 60106
636 RAYMOND DR STE 102 8.7 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563
18W125 RODGERS CT 8.9 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
1971 Gowdy Road 9.2 miles
Naperville, IL 60563
7421 S CASS AVE 9.3 miles
DARIEN, IL 60561
1515 E LAKE ST STE 100 9.3 miles
HANOVER PARK, IL 60133
1983 N MANNHEIM RD 9.5 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
126 BIESTERFIELD RD 9.6 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
535 PLAINFIELD RD STE C 9.7 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
2615 HARRISON ST 10.0 miles
BELLWOOD, IL 60104
5101 WILLOW SPRINGS RD 10.2 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
10137 GRAND AVE 10.2 miles
FRANKLIN PARK, IL 60131
519 S ROSELLE RD 10.3 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60193
125 N LA GRANGE RD 10.3 miles
LA GRANGE, IL 60525
6300 KINGERY HWY STE 404 10.5 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
Fitness Department, 10.7 miles
Melrose Park, IL 60101
4200 MANNHEIM RD 10.7 miles
SCHILLER PARK, IL 60176
1375 E SCHAUMBURG RD 11.0 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60194
1225 W LAKE ST STE 101 11.0 miles
MELROSE PARK, IL 60160
ONSITE ONLY 11.1 miles
WILLOWBROOK, IL 60527
1830 JARVIS AVE 11.1 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
O'Hare International Airport Terminal 2 11.2 miles
Chicago, IL 60666
2200 LANDMEIER RD STE 2200 11.2 miles
ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL 60007
6555 WILLOW SPRINGS RD STE 6 11.2 miles
LA GRANGE HIGHLANDS, IL 60525
484 W Boughton Rd, 11.2 miles
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
141 E. IRVING PARK ROAD 11.6 miles
STREAMWOOD, IL 60107
6170 JOLIET RD 11.7 miles
COUNTRYSIDE, IL 60525
130 N WEBER RD STE 108 11.7 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
3052 WEBER DR 11.8 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
2900 FOXFIELD RD STE 100 12.0 miles
SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174
2853 KIRK RD 12.0 miles
AURORA, IL 60502
808 E Woodfield Rd Ste 400, 12.0 miles
Schaumburg, IL 60173
2635 Church Rd Ste 105 12.3 miles
Aurora, IL 60502
361 W GOLF RD 12.5 miles
SCHAUMBURG, IL 60195
480 QUADRANGLE DR 12.5 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
4100 HEALTHWAY DR OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SERVICEES 12.5 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
525 TYLER RD STE J 12.6 miles
SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174
391 S BOLINGBROOK DR 12.6 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60440
7222 W CERMAK RD 12.6 miles
NORTH RIVERSIDE, IL 60546
9532 EAGLE WAY 12.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
2272 W 95TH STREET, STE 100 13.0 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
610 S Maple Ave, Ste 5800 13.2 miles
Oak Park, IL 60304
4830 N Cumberland Ave Ste 9 13.3 miles
Norridge, IL 60706
4900 N CUMBERLAND AVE 13.3 miles
NORRIDGE, IL 60706
1188 E STATE ST STE D 13.4 miles
GENEVA, IL 60134
1555 BARRINGTON RD 13.4 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60169
725 FABYAN PARKWAY, SUITE D 13.4 miles
BATAVIA, IL 60510
309 WALNUT ST 13.5 miles
SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174
2333 N HARLEM AVE STE 100 13.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60707
1060 S ELMHURST RD 13.6 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
2334A W HIGGINS RD 13.6 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60195
3360 LACROSSE LN STE 110 13.7 miles
NAPERVILLE, IL 60564
7230 W NORTH AVE STE 106B 13.7 miles
ELMWOOD PARK, IL 60707
2500 W FABYAN PKWY 13.8 miles
BATAVIA, IL 60510
2500 W Higgins Rd Ste 460, 13.8 miles
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
7107 W BELMONT AVE 13.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
3040 SOUTHCREEK LANE 14.0 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
800 W CENTRAL RD 14.0 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
605 W CENTRAL RD STE 101 14.0 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
1100 W. Central Rd., Suite 402 14.0 miles
Arlington Heights, IL 60005
3101 N HARLEM AVE LOWER LEVEL 14.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60634
2000 OGDEN AVE 14.1 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
1955 RANDI DR 14.2 miles
AURORA, IL 60504
2088 Ogden Ave, Ste 240 14.3 miles
Aurora, IL 60504
413 S HARVEY AVE 14.4 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
2380 S ELMHURST RD 14.4 miles
MOUNT PROSPECT, IL 60056
537 N HARVEY AVE 14.4 miles
OAK PARK, IL 60302
815 N RANDALL RD 14.4 miles
BATAVIA, IL 60510
726 S WEBER RD 14.5 miles
BOLINGBROOK, IL 60490
7742 W HIGGINS RD 14.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
1280 WINDHAM PKWY 14.7 miles
ROMEOVILLE, IL 60446
13641 S ROUTE 59 14.7 miles
Plainfield, IL 60544
2631 WILLIAMSBURG AVE, STE 206 14.7 miles
GENEVA, IL 60134
121 SOUTH WILKE RD, #405 14.9 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
6191 N CANFIELD AVE 14.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60631
1214 Brownwood Ste B 15.1 miles
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
4949 EUCLID AVE 15.1 miles
PALATINE, IL 60067
5601 W CERMAK RD 15.3 miles
CICERO, IL 60804
143 S LINCOLN AVE STE B 15.4 miles
AURORA, IL 60505
151 S LINCOLN AVE 15.4 miles
AURORA, IL 60505
3060 W SALT CREEK LN STE 110 15.5 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60005
100 N RIVER RD 15.5 miles
DES PLAINES, IL 60016
1545 HICKS RD 15.6 miles
ROLLING MEADOWS, IL 60008
3310 W Main St, 15.6 miles
St Charles, IL 60175
3310 W MAIN STREET, STE 105 15.6 miles
SAINT CHARLES, IL 60175
82 Miller Dr Ste 101, 15.7 miles
North Aurora, IL 60542
6500 W 65TH ST 15.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
1600 Dempster St Ste 218, 16.1 miles
Park Ridge, IL 60068
371 West Northwest Highway 16.3 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
8755 S HARLEM AVE 16.5 miles
BRIDGEVIEW, IL 60455
50 S NORTHWEST HWY 16.6 miles
PALATINE, IL 60074
3333 BEVERLY RD 16.8 miles
HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 60179
24600 W 127TH ST 16.8 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
8630 W GOLF RD 16.8 miles
NILES, IL 60714
1851 DOUGLAS RD 16.9 miles
MONTGOMERY, IL 60538
4126 N Milwaukee Ave, 17.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60641
13246 S ROUTE 59 STE 106 17.0 miles
PLAINFIELD, IL 60585
24600 W 127th St Ste 310, Building B 17.1 miles
Plainfield, IL 60585
4211 N CICERO AVE 17.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
1870 W GALENA BLVD 17.2 miles
AURORA, IL 60506
4940 S CICERO AVE 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60638
4757 W MONTROSE AVE 17.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60641
902 W DUNDEE RD RIDGE PLAZA 17.3 miles
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL 60004
5015 W 65TH ST 17.4 miles
BEDFORD PARK, IL 60638
337 W. Northwest Highway, 17.5 miles
Palatine, IL 60067
530 N MCLEAN BLVD 17.7 miles
ELGIN, IL 60123
8125 RIVER DR STE 102 17.8 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
4801 W Peterson Ave Ste 205, 18.0 miles
Chicago, IL 60646
5525 S PULASKI RD FL 3 18.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60629
6449 DEMPSTER ST 18.3 miles
MORTON GROVE, IL 60053
5660 W 95TH ST 18.5 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
7800 W College Dr, Room 1-W 18.6 miles
Palos Heights, IL 60463
1044 N FRANCISCO AVE 18.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
1 KRAFT CT 18.7 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60025
770 E Dundee Rd 18.7 miles
Palatine, IL 60074
12255 S 80TH AVE 18.8 miles
PALOS HEIGHTS, IL 60463
16221 W 159th St 18.9 miles
Lockport, IL 60441
750 Fletcher Dr Ste 202, 19.0 miles
Elgin, IL 60123
2150 PFINGSTEN RD STE 3000 19.0 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
2150 PFINGSTEN RD 19.0 miles
GLENVIEW, IL 60026
14330 S WILL COOK RD 19.2 miles
HOMER GLEN, IL 60491
835 S WOLCOTT AVE STE E144 19.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60612
1431 N Western Ave Ste 137, 19.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60622
1000 S HAMILTON ST 19.5 miles
LOCKPORT, IL 60441
REMIT ONLY: DEPT 77-6478 19.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60678
75 REMITTANCE DR STE 1660 19.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60675
5533 W 109TH ST STE 103 19.8 miles
OAK LAWN, IL 60453
1520 N DAMEN AVE 19.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60622
2601 COMPASS RD, STE 130 19.9 miles
GLENVIEW NAS, IL 60026
14475 John Humphrey Dr Ste 100, 20.0 miles
Orland Park, IL 60462
2591 Compass Rd Ste 110, 20.0 miles
Glenview, IL 60026
5961 N LINCOLN AVE UNIT 2 20.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
117 S COOK ST STE 306 20.0 miles
BARRINGTON, IL 60010
544A W DUNDEE RD 20.0 miles
WHEELING, IL 60090
1710 N RANDALL ROAD STE 240 20.2 miles
ELGIN, IL 60123
15 S MCHENRY RD 20.3 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
3145 S ASHLAND AVE STE 110 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
3316 S ASHLAND AVE 20.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60608
10837 S Cicero Ave Ste 310, 20.4 miles
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
2400 N. Ashland Ave Suite 100 20.5 miles
Chicago, IL 60614
onsite for POH only 20.6 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60462
4709 W. Golf, Suite 806 20.6 miles
Skokie, IL 60076
1230 W LAKE ST 20.7 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
2300 W PETERSON AVE 20.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60659
311 N ABERDEEN ST STE 100B 20.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60607
1030 W CHICAGO AVE 21.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60642
2490 BUSHWOOD DR STE F 21.0 miles
ELGIN, IL 60124
3317 W 95TH ST LOWR LEVEL STE 5 21.1 miles
EVERGREEN PARK, IL 60805
2361 Reliable Parkway 21.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
2393 Reliable Parkway 21.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60686
6701 US HIGHWAY 34 21.2 miles
OSWEGO, IL 60543
1460 N Halsted St Ste 201, 21.3 miles
Chicago, IL 60642
5709 S. Loomis Blvd 21.3 miles
Chicago, IL 60636
1411 MCHENRY RD STE 103 21.4 miles
BUFFALO GROVE, IL 60089
9570 W 159TH ST STE A 21.4 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
10737 W. 165TH STREET 21.4 miles
ORLAND PARK, IL 60467
614 W MONROE ST 21.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
600 W ADAMS ST 21.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60661
306 ERA DR 21.5 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
3000 N. Halsted, Suite 604 21.6 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
16101 WEBER RD 21.6 miles
CREST HILL, IL 60403
605 ACADEMY DR 21.7 miles
NORTHBROOK, IL 60062
2306 ESSINGTON RD 21.8 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2868 N BROADWAY ST 21.8 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60657
300 W ADAMS ST STE 835 21.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60606
36 W RANDOLPH ST STE 705 21.9 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
219 W CHICAGO AVE 22.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60654
650 W 51ST ST 22.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60609
1450 Busch Pkwy, 22.0 miles
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
2800 N Sheridan Rd Ste G1, 22.1 miles
Chicago, IL 60657
6140 N BROADWAY ST 22.2 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60660
811 S STATE ST STE B 22.3 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60605
800 Austin St, East Tower Ste 457 22.3 miles
Evanston, IL 60202
350 Surryse Rd, 22.3 miles
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
111 N Wabash Ave Ste 1514, 22.4 miles
Chicago, IL 60602
55 E WASHINGTON ST STE 2500 22.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60602
4742 CAL SAG RD 22.4 miles
CRESTWOOD, IL 60445
4800 W 129TH ST 22.5 miles
ALSIP, IL 60803
2907 S WABASH AVE STE 100 22.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
3201 S WALLACE ST 22.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
2600 S Michigan Ave 22.5 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
300 E RANDOLPH ST CL404 22.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60601
676 N SAINT CLAIR ST STE 900 22.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
On-Site ONLY 22.6 miles
Plainfield, IL 60586
233 E ERIE ST STE 602 22.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60611
22285 Pepper Road, Suite S-107 22.9 miles
Barrington, IL 60010
2929 S ELLIS AVE 23.0 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60616
250 E MAPLE ST 23.2 miles
NEW LENOX, IL 60451
800 N LARKIN AVE 23.2 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
18210 LA GRANGE RD STE 110 23.3 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60487
1051 ESSINGTON RD STE 140 23.3 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
1734 W 105TH ST 23.4 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
16325 HARLEM AVE STE 110 23.5 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
10242 S VINCENNES AVE 23.6 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60643
750 ESSINGTON RD 23.7 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2000 GLENWOOD AVE 23.8 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
2100 GLENWOOD AVE 23.8 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
330 MADISON ST STE B2 23.9 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
310 N. Hammes Ave Ste 102, 23.9 miles
Joliet, IL 60435
333 MADISON ST 23.9 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
5841 S MARYLAND AVE 24.1 miles
CHICAGO, IL 60637
32 UNO CIR 24.2 miles
JOLIET, IL 60435
17148 HARLEM AVE 24.3 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
PO BOX 63 24.5 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
2310 York St Ste 4A 24.6 miles
Blue Island, IL 60406
1122 W VETERANS PKWY 24.7 miles
YORKVILLE, IL 60560
1100 W VETERANS PKWY 24.7 miles
YORKVILLE, IL 60560
1039 BROOK FOREST AVE 24.8 miles
Shorewood, IL 60404
6701 159TH ST OCC HEALTH 24.9 miles
TINLEY PARK, IL 60477
19070 EVERETT BLVD, UNIT 111 24.9 miles
MOKENA, IL 60448
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 Glen Ellyn, 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 Glen Ellyn, 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 Glen Ellyn, 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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