STD Testing Centers
Palmer Heights, PA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania 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 Palmer Heights, PA 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 Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
400 S GREENWOOD AVE 0.6 miles
EASTON, PA 18045
2461 NAZARETH RD 25th Street Shopping 0.7 miles
EASTON, PA 18045
229 S 22nd St, 0.9 miles
Easton, PA 18042
3601 Nazareth Rd, 1.7 miles
Easton, PA 18045
2101 EMRICK BLVD 1ST FL 2.4 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
1700 SULLIVAN TRL 2.9 miles
EASTON, PA 18040
4333 Easton Ave, Suite A 3.0 miles
Bethlehem, PA 18020
1500 UHLER RD 4.0 miles
EASTON, PA 18040
3941 FREEMANSBURG AVE 4.1 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
25 South Broad Street, Suite 102 4.5 miles
Nazareth, PA 18064
411 COVENTRY CENTER DR BLDG400 5.0 miles
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ 8865
101 COVENTRY DR 5.1 miles
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ 8865
2310 HIGHLAND AVE 5.4 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
2300 HIGHLAND AVE 5.4 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18020
222 Red School Ln 6.2 miles
Phillipsburg, PA 8865
1205 RT 22 6.2 miles
PHILLIPSBURG, NJ 8865
153 BRODHEAD RD 6.5 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
5325 NORTHGATE DR 7.0 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
35 E ELIZABETH AVE 7.2 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18018
2045 Westgate Dr Bldg Ste306, 8.3 miles
Bethlehem, PA 18017
406 Delaware Ave, 8.5 miles
Bethlehem, PA 18015
1770 BATHGATE RD STE 200 8.6 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18017
801 OSTRUM ST 8.8 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
The Shoppes at Hellertown, 25 Main Street 9.1 miles
Hellertown, PA 18055
FASHION DR 9.3 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18109
1380 NACE AVE 9.4 miles
BETHLEHEM, PA 18015
1791 Airport Rd 9.6 miles
Allentown, PA 18109
1411 JACOBSBURG RD 9.9 miles
WIND GAP, PA 18091
487 E MOORESTOWN RD STE 103 10.1 miles
WIND GAP, PA 18091
951 N 4TH ST 12.0 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18102
536 W COURT ST STE 105 12.6 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
1101 W HAMILTON ST STE 529 12.9 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18101
1608 W Allen St, 13.4 miles
Allentown, PA 18102
2100 MACK BLVD 13.4 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
418 Blue Valley Drive, Route 512 13.8 miles
Bangor, PA 18013
526 WATER ST 14.0 miles
BELVIDERE, NJ 7823
2015 WEST HAMILTON ST, STE 104 14.0 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
2015 W HAMILTON ST 14.8 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
1503 N Cedar Crest Blvd 15.1 miles
Allentown, PA 18104
111 E Harrison St, 15.5 miles
Emmaus, PA 18049
1101 S Cedar Crest Blvd 15.6 miles
Allentown, PA 18103
1251 S Cedar Crest Blvd, 15.8 miles
Allentown, PA 18103
1243 S CEDAR CREST BLVD 15.8 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18103
400 N 17TH ST STE 207 FAIRGROUNDS MEDICAL CENTER 15.8 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
4144 W TILGHMAN ST 16.5 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
315 STATE ROUTE 31 S 16.6 miles
WASHINGTON, NJ 7882
501 CETRONIA RD STE 105 17.0 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
4815 W TILGHMAN ST 17.2 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
4825 W TILGHMAN ST 17.2 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18104
59 ROUTE 22 17.4 miles
CLINTON, NJ 8809
229 N West End Blvd, 17.4 miles
Quakertown, PA 18951
1636 ROUTE 209, 111 17.7 miles
BRODHEADSVILLE, PA 18322
2069 Route 209, Lower Level 17.8 miles
Brodheadsville, PA 18322
1534 PARK AVE STE 240 17.9 miles
QUAKERTOWN, PA 18951
300 STROUD BUILDING Route 611 19.4 miles
STROUDSBURG, PA 18360
Caramoor Village, 6465 Village Lane 19.8 miles
Macungie, PA 18062
135 LAFAYETTE AVE 20.1 miles
PALMERTON, PA 18071
227 S ROUTE 100 20.2 miles
ALLENTOWN, PA 18106
6900 HAMILTON BLVD STE 145 20.3 miles
TREXLERTOWN, PA 18087
586 Main St Ste 9 21.0 miles
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
100 EAGLESMERE CIR 200C 21.4 miles
EAST STROUDSBURG, PA 18301
292 Frantz Rd Ste 102 21.8 miles
Stroudsburg, PA 18360
700 LAWN AVE 22.7 miles
SELLERSVILLE, PA 18960
622 Gravel Pike, 22.9 miles
East Greenville, PA 18041
3180 ROUTE 611, STE 13 23.0 miles
BARTONSVILLE, PA 18321
2793 GERYVILLE PIKE UPPER PERKIOMEN OUTPATIENT CTR 23.6 miles
PENNSBURG, PA 18073
2100 WESCOTT DR 23.8 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
149 STATE ROUTE 31 24.0 miles
FLEMINGTON, NJ 8822
309 Walter E Foran Blvd, 24.2 miles
Flemington, NJ 8822
1456 FERRY ROAD, UNIT 401 24.6 miles
DOYLESTOWN, PA 18901
100 COMMUNITY DR STE 102 24.7 miles
TOBYHANNA, PA 18466
511 VNA Rd 25.0 miles
East Stroudsburg, PA 18301
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 Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania 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 Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania 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 Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania 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: Palmer Heights, Pennsylvania
As of the census of 2000, there were 3,612 people, 1,405 households, and 1,036 families residing in the CDP. The population density was 3,012.6 people per square mile (1,162.2/km2). There were 1,428 housing units at an average density of 1,191.0/sq mi (459.5/km2). The racial makeup of the CDP was 95.43% White, 1.66% African American, 0.11% Native American, 1.25% Asian, 0.03% Pacific Islander, 0.91% from other races, and 0.61% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.63% of the population.
There were 1,405 households, out of which 25.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 65.4% were married couples living together, 5.8% had a female householder with no husband present, and 26.2% were non-families. 22.6% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.43 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the CDP, the population was spread out, with 17.6% under the age of 18, 5.0% from 18 to 24, 23.7% from 25 to 44, 27.2% from 45 to 64, and 26.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 47 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.0 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.5 males.