STD Testing Centers
Merrimac, MA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Merrimac, Massachusetts 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 Merrimac, MA 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 Merrimac, Massachusetts STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
24 MORRILL PL 3.8 miles
AMESBURY, MA 1913
215 SUMMER ST STE 14 5.0 miles
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
296 Main Street 5.1 miles
Haverhill, MA 1830
411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 8.6 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 8.6 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
289 Main St, 10.6 miles
Salem, NH 3079
200 SUTTON ST STE 135 10.8 miles
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
19 HAMPTON RD STE 13 10.8 miles
EXETER, NH 3833
6 HAMPTON RD 11.1 miles
EXETER, NH 3833
60 EAST ST STE 1400 11.2 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
380 LAFAYETTE RD 11.2 miles
HAMPTON, NH 3842
1 GENERAL ST 11.2 miles
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
91 PORTSMOUTH AVE 11.3 miles
EXETER, NH 3833
7 WESTRIDGE DR 11.6 miles
HAMPTON, NH 3842
159 N BROADWAY 12.0 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
138 Haverhill St, 12.7 miles
Andover, MA 1810
25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 13.0 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
31 STILES RD STE 1300 13.1 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
49 RANGE RD STE 101 13.1 miles
WINDHAM, NH 3087
45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 13.2 miles
Salem, NH 3079
1 Branch St, 13.8 miles
Methuen, MA 1844
P.O. Box 546 15.0 miles
Andover, MA 1810
194 NORTH ST 16.2 miles
DANVERS, MA 1923
6 FREETOWN RD 16.4 miles
RAYMOND, NH 3077
60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 17.0 miles
DERRY, NH 3038
50 NASHUA RD STE 301 17.6 miles
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
20 DAME RD 17.9 miles
NEWMARKET, NH 3857
200 Griffin Rd Unit 12, 18.6 miles
Portsmouth, NH 3801
875 GREENLAND RD, UNIT B-2 18.8 miles
PORTSMOUTH, NH 3801
140 Commonwealth Ave, 19.4 miles
Danvers, MA 1923
345 MAIN ST 19.6 miles
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
750 Layayette Road 19.6 miles
Portsmouth, NH 3801
700 Rogers Street, 19.7 miles
Lowell, MA 1854
229 Andover Street 19.8 miles
Peabody, MA 1960
1 HOSPITAL DR 19.8 miles
LOWELL, MA 1852
25 New Hampshire Ave Ste 105 20.0 miles
PORTSMOUTH, NH 3801
66B CONCORD ST 20.2 miles
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 20.5 miles
PEABODY, MA 1960
17 MAIN ST APT 2A 21.5 miles
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
128 ROUTE 27 22.5 miles
RAYMOND, NH 3077
221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 22.6 miles
Billerica, MA 1862
340 HARVEY RD 22.9 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
On-site only 23.0 miles
Wakefield, MA 1880
10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 23.2 miles
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
16 Main Street 23.3 miles
Stoneham, MA 2180
271 WESTERN AVE STE102 23.4 miles
LYNN, MA 1904
371 BROADWAY 23.4 miles
SAUGUS, MA 1906
510 BOSTON RD 23.5 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
1 HIGHLANDER WAY 23.6 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A 23.7 miles
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
300 Main St, 23.8 miles
Nashua, NH 3060
228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 23.8 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
39 Village Square, 23.8 miles
Chelmsford, MA 1824
800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 23.8 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 23.8 miles
Woburn, MA 1801
1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G 24.0 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
2075 S WILLOW ST 24.0 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
8 AUBURN ST 24.1 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
48 HAMILTON AVE 24.2 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
275 MAMMOTH RD STE 3 24.2 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3109
52 BOW ST 24.3 miles
STONEHAM, MA 2180
14A BROAD ST 24.6 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
POH on-site only 24.9 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
Onsite Only 24.9 miles
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 24.9 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
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 Merrimac, Massachusetts 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 Merrimac, Massachusetts 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 Merrimac, Massachusetts 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: Merrimac, Massachusetts
Merrimac is a small town in Essex County, Massachusetts, United States, and on the southeastern border of New Hampshire, approximately 34 miles (55 km) northeast of Boston and 10 miles (16 km) west of the Atlantic Ocean. It was incorporated on April 11, 1876. It is situated along the north bank of the Merrimack River in the Merrimack Valley. The population was 6,338 at the 2010 census. Historically a manufacturing center, it has long since become a largely residential community. It is part of the Greater Boston metropolitan area.
Settled by the English in 1638 as a part of Salisbury and later as a part of Amesbury around the village of Merrimacport, it was known throughout the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries as an agricultural and fishing community, with a small amount of shipbuilding. When Amesbury separated from Salisbury in 1666, Merrimac was referred to as the West Parish of Amesbury, or simply West Amesbury, although it was unincorporated. When a border dispute between the Massachusetts and New Hampshire colonies was settled in 1741, the new border sliced off the parts of Amesbury that were further from the Merrimack River, with the area then associated with West Amesbury becoming the "new town" of Newton, New Hampshire.
In the nineteenth century, benefiting from a manufacturing boom following the establishment of some of the first planned industrial cities in the United States, nearby Lawrence and Lowell, Merrimac came to be known worldwide for its horse-drawn carriage industry. During this period, the town proper of Merrimac, centered around Merrimac Square, expanded separately from the village of Merrimacport. In 1876, Merrimac, including Merrimacport, separated from Amesbury and officially incorporated itself as a town. It is believed that the town, as well as the river that runs along its southern border, are both named for the American Indian tribe that occupied the region. "Merrimac" (or Merrimack) means "swift water place" in the language of this tribe. This town center consists of the typical brick buildings and Victorian architecture of the late nineteenth century, and it is surrounded by much of the town's population. Interstate 495 now divides Merrimacport from Merrimac. At the beginning of the twentieth century, as with the rest of the New England, it went through a period of deindustrialization as the region's industry relocated to the Midwest. The communities of the Merrimack Valley, including Merrimac, were particularly affected by this long period of economic decline and have never fully recovered.