STD Testing Centers
Port Chester, NY
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Port Chester, New York 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 Port Chester, NY 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 Port Chester, New York STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
6 Rye Ridge Plaza, 0.9 miles
Rye Brook, NY 10573
500 Mamaroneck Ave Suite 320 4.3 miles
Harrison, NY 10528
500 MAMARONECK AVE STE 320 4.4 miles
HARRISON, NY 10528
15 N BROADWAY STE D 5.6 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10601
15 COMMERCE RD FL 3 6.3 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
359 N Central Ave 6.7 miles
Hartsdale, NY 10530
280 N CENTRAL AVE STE 115 6.8 miles
HARTSDALE, NY 10530
80 Mill River Street, 7.2 miles
Stamford, CT 6902
1290 SUMMER ST UNIT 5100 7.7 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6902
3000 SUMMER ST 7.7 miles
STAMFORD, CT 6905
297 KNOLLWOOD RD, STE 310 7.8 miles
WHITE PLAINS, NY 10607
280 Dobbs Ferry Rd, Sprain Brook Medical Center 8.2 miles
White Plains, NY 10607
100 WOODS RD STE CG12 CEDARWOOD HALL 8.4 miles
VALHALLA, NY 10595
160 N CENTRAL AVE 8.8 miles
ELMSFORD, NY 10523
110 LOCKWOOD AVE 8.9 miles
NEW ROCHELLE, NY 10801
150 Lockwood Ave, Ste 38 9.0 miles
New Rochelle, NY 10801
660 White Plains Rd Ste 630 9.9 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
155 WHITE PLAINS RD 10.7 miles
TARRYTOWN, NY 10591
174 Marble Ave, Ste 1 10.8 miles
Pleasantville, NY 10570
12 N 7TH AVE 11.0 miles
MOUNT VERNON, NY 10550
105 Stevens Ave, Ste 205 11.0 miles
Mount Vernon, NY 10550
200 South Broadway, Suite 102 11.2 miles
Tarrytown, NY 10591
1034 N BROADWAY 11.6 miles
YONKERS, NY 10701
970 N Broadway, Ste 205 11.6 miles
Yonkers, NY 10701
557 Post Rd, 11.9 miles
Darien, CT 6820
484 POST RD 12.1 miles
DARIEN, CT 6820
3250 Westchester Avenue, Suite 105 13.4 miles
Bronx, NY 10461
3250 WESTCHESTER AVE SUITE 120 13.4 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
495 E MAIN ST 13.7 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
83 South Bedford Road, Floor 3 13.8 miles
Mt. Kisco, NY 10549
103 S BEDFORD RD STE 202 13.9 miles
MOUNT KISCO, NY 10549
1476 WILLIAMSBRIDGE RD LOFT BLDG SIDE ENTRANCE 14.0 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
1120 MORRIS PARK AVE 14.3 miles
BRONX, NY 10461
3665 E TREMONT AVE 14.6 miles
BRONX, NY 10465
1165 Northern Blvd, Suite 404 14.7 miles
Manhasset, NY 11030
160 PARIS AVE STE 1 14.7 miles
NORTHVALE, NJ 7647
3765 Riverdale Ave, STE 6 14.9 miles
Bronx, NY 10463
87 COLD SPRING RD STE 1 14.9 miles
SYOSSET, NY 11791
One Expressway Plaza, Suite 116 15.0 miles
Roslyn Heights, NY 11577
500 PIERMONT RD STE 304 15.0 miles
CLOSTER, NJ 7624
2385 Arthur Avenue, Suites 201 & 202 15.0 miles
Bronx, NY 10458
311 NORTH MIDLAND AVE 15.0 miles
NYACK, NY 10960
656 E FORDHAM RD 15.1 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
1000 NORTHERN BLVD STE 135 15.2 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
99 DUTCH HILL RD STE 1200 15.3 miles
ORANGEBURG, NY 10962
2488 GRAND CONCOURSE RM 210 15.5 miles
BRONX, NY 10458
346 MAIN AVE 15.7 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
346 MAIN AVE STE B 15.7 miles
NORWALK, CT 6851
22 BEECH HILL LN PO BOX 1000 15.9 miles
POUND RIDGE, NY 10576
488 GREAT NECK RD STE 300 16.0 miles
GREAT NECK, NY 11021
175 E Main Street Suite 105, 16.2 miles
Huntington, NY 11743
800 SYLVAN AVE 16.3 miles
ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, NJ 7632
4876 BROADWAY 16.4 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10034
1790 RANDALL AVE 16.4 miles
BRONX, NY 10473
252-20 NORTHERN BLVD STE 210 16.4 miles
LITTLE NECK, NY 11362
607 Main Ave 16.7 miles
Norwalk, CT 6851
2001 Marcus Ave, Suite 98W, Lobby Level 17.0 miles
Lake Success, NY 11042
465 WILLIS AVE 17.0 miles
WILLISTON PARK, NY 11596
1445 NEW YORK AVE 17.0 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
2001 MARCUS AVE STE N215 17.1 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11042
120 BETHPAGE RD STE 205 17.2 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
464 Hudson Terrace, 17.2 miles
Englewood Cliffs, NJ 7632
156 First Street, Lower Level 17.5 miles
Mineola, NY 11501
40 WASHINGTON AVE 17.7 miles
DUMONT, NJ 7628
292 HERRICKS RD 17.8 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
21 E 23RD ST 17.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
2 CEDARTREE LN 17.9 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
109 AUDUBON AVE 17.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10032
1610 OLD COUNTRY RD 18.0 miles
WESTBURY, NY 11590
747 MELROSE AVE OFC 18.1 miles
BRONX, NY 10451
55 E OLD COUNTRY RD 18.1 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
100 E OLD COUNTRY RD 18.1 miles
HICKSVILLE, NY 11801
146A Manetto Hill Rd., Suite 101 18.2 miles
Plainview, NY 11803
261 Old Hook Rd, 18.2 miles
Westwood, NJ 7675
14204 BAYSIDE AVE LOWER LEVEL STE 2L 18.2 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11354
300 OLD COUNTRY RD, STE 91 18.2 miles
MINEOLA, NY 11501
100 MANETTO HILL RD, STE 309 18.3 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
215 OLD HOOK RD 18.3 miles
WESTWOOD, NJ 7675
136-20 38th Avenue, 4th Floor, Suite CFA 18.4 miles
Flushing, NY 11354
315 WALT WHITMAN RD STE 307 18.4 miles
HUNTINGTON STATION, NY 11746
25 Rockwood Pl, Ste 1 18.6 miles
Englewood, NJ 7631
820 JERICHO TPKE 18.7 miles
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040
1117 OLD COUNTRY RD 18.7 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
320 LAUREL RD 18.8 miles
NORTHPORT, NY 11768
140 FRANKLIN RD 18.8 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
265 Jericho Turnpike, 18.9 miles
Floral Park, NY 11001
990 STEWART AVE LOWER LEVEL 30 19.0 miles
GARDEN CITY, NY 11530
4 MIRIAM LN 19.1 miles
PLAINVIEW, NY 11803
1 MAIN TERMINAL STE 3 SUITE 109 19.1 miles
FLUSHING, NY 11371
680 Kinderkamack Rd, 19.2 miles
Oradell, NJ 7649
4161 Kissena Blvd, Suite 25, Concourse level 19.2 miles
Flushing, NY 11355
104 E ROUTE 59 19.3 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
Onsite Only 19.3 miles
Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
520 Franklin Ave, Suite 104 19.3 miles
Garden City, NY 11530
3421 BROADWAY 19.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10031
420 Nanuet Mall S, Unit 307 19.5 miles
Nanuet, NY 10954
259 N MIDDLETOWN RD 19.6 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
321 KEAR ST 19.6 miles
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598
51 CHARLES LINDBERGH BLVD 19.6 miles
UNIONDALE, NY 11553
180 10TH ST 19.6 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
718 TEANECK RD 19.7 miles
TEANECK, NJ 7666
179 Cedar Lane, Suite E 19.8 miles
Teaneck, NJ 7666
151 N Main St, Unit 307 19.8 miles
New City, NY 10956
1919 Hempstead Tpke 19.9 miles
East Meadows, NY 11554
1620 FRONT ST 20.2 miles
EAST MEADOW, NY 11554
55 OLD TURNPIKE RD STE 401 20.3 miles
NANUET, NY 10954
238 E 111TH ST APT 4C 20.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10029
391B Fulton Avenue, 20.3 miles
Hempstead, NY 11550
250 FULTON AVE STE 407 20.4 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
27 ATTORNEY ST APT 2F 20.4 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
75-35 31st Avenue, Suite 205 20.5 miles
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
3000 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 316 20.5 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
111 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 121 20.5 miles
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552
2 MAIN ST 20.5 miles
HEMPSTEAD, NY 11550
33-54 83RD ST, STE G-02 20.6 miles
JACKSON HEIGHTS, NY 11372
663 PALISADE AVE 20.6 miles
CLIFFSIDE PARK, NJ 7010
34 N ROUTE 9W 20.6 miles
WEST HAVERSTRAW, NY 10993
3276 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 20.6 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
25-15 STEINWAY ST 20.7 miles
ASTORIA, NY 11103
3601 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE E 405 20.7 miles
LEVITTOWN, NY 11756
27-47 Crescent Street, Lower Level, Suite 102-103 20.7 miles
Astoria, NY 11102
235 LITCHFIELD AVE 2ND FL 20.8 miles
ELMONT, NY 11003
40 08 Forley St, 20.9 miles
Elmhurst, NY 11373
3014 37th St, 21.0 miles
Astoria, NY 11103
9406 59TH AVE STE E-9 21.2 miles
ELMHURST, NY 11373
85 CHESTNUT RIDGE RD 21.3 miles
Montvale, NJ 7645
9777 QUEENS BLVD 9TH FL 21.4 miles
REGO PARK, NY 11374
4277 HEMPSTEAD TPKE STE 100 21.4 miles
BETHPAGE, NY 11714
193 Route 17 South 21.4 miles
Paramus, NJ 7652
4276 Hempstead Turnpike, 21.5 miles
Bethpage, NY 11714
385 Prospect Ave, 21.5 miles
Hackensack, NJ 7601
210 E 86th St, Ste 602 21.5 miles
New York, NY 10028
210 E 86TH ST STE 100 21.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10028
1 ORCHARD ST 21.6 miles
RIDGEFIELD PARK, NJ 7660
4900 HEMPSTEAD TPKE 21.6 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
7010 Austin Street, 2nd Floor Suite 201 21.6 miles
Forest Hills, NY 11375
6311 QUEENS BLVD 21.6 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
69-12 AUSTIN ST 21.6 miles
FOREST HILLS, NY 11375
67 E RIDGEWOOD AVE 21.7 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
170 PROSPECT AVE STE 201 21.8 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
10 SOUTH ST STE 101 21.8 miles
RIDGEFIELD, CT 6877
8002 KEW GARDENS RD CONCOURSE LEVEL 22.0 miles
KEW GARDENS, NY 11415
360 ESSEX ST STE 203 22.1 miles
HACKENSACK, NJ 7601
15 ESSEX RD STE 5 22.1 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
65 E 76th St, 22.1 miles
New York, NY 10021
47-01 QUEENS BLVD #206-207 22.2 miles
SUNNYSIDE, NY 11104
4275 65TH PL 22.2 miles
WOODSIDE, NY 11377
51 Walnut Ave E 22.2 miles
Farmingdale, NY 11735
150 NORTH ST 22.3 miles
TETERBORO, NJ 7608
6277 JERICHO TPKE 22.3 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
7301 GRAND AVE 22.3 miles
MASPETH, NY 11378
978 Route 45, Ste 202 22.4 miles
Pomona, NY 10970
184 ESSEX ST 22.4 miles
LODI, NJ 7644
2171 JERICHO TPKE. SUITE 200 22.7 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
2171 Jericho Turnpike, Suite 102 22.7 miles
Commack, NY 11725
31-00 47TH AVENUE 22.8 miles
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
111-16 JAMAICA AVE 22.9 miles
RICHMOND HILL, NY 11418
21714 MERRICK BLVD 22.9 miles
LAURELTON, NY 11413
8217 WOODHAVEN BLVD 23.0 miles
GLENDALE, NY 11385
115 E 57th Street, Ste 1530 23.0 miles
New York, NY 10022
Building 125 150th St and 147th Ave 23.0 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
147th St and 150th Ave, Bldg 125 JFK International Airport 23.0 miles
JAMAICA, NY 11430
6701 BERGENLINE AVE 23.1 miles
WEST NEW YORK, NJ 7093
69-16 METROPOLITAN AVE 23.1 miles
MIDDLE VILLAGE, NY 11379
425 PARK AVE 23.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
1400 WANTAGH AVE STE 102 23.1 miles
WANTAGH, NY 11793
330 WEST 58TH ST, STE 211 23.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
20 BEEKMAN PL APT 2B 23.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10022
649 COMMACK RD 23.2 miles
COMMACK, NY 11725
1980 CROMPOND RD 23.2 miles
CORTLANDT MANOR, NY 10567
919 2ND AVE 23.3 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
6122 Fresh Pond Road, 23.4 miles
Middle Village, NY 11379
33-00 Broadway, Suite 305 23.4 miles
Fair Lawn, NJ 7410
4 ROBIN CT 23.4 miles
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
165 NORTH VILLAGE AVE 23.5 miles
ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY 11570
165 North Village Avenue, Suite 103 23.5 miles
Rockville Centre, NY 11570
18 E 48TH ST 2ND FL 23.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
730 3RD AVE 23.5 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10017
127 Union St, 23.6 miles
Ridgewood, NJ 7450
585 MERRICK RD 23.6 miles
LYNBROOK, NY 11563
66 - 17 Fresh Pond Rd, 23.6 miles
Ridgewood, NY 11385
2 Stowe Rd, 5th Floor - Suite 15 23.6 miles
Peekskill, NY 10566
601 W 51ST ST 23.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10019
1540 ROUTE 202 STE 6 23.7 miles
POMONA, NY 10970
140 FRANKLIN TPKE 23.8 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
408 W 45TH ST 23.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
1 W RIDGEWOOD AVE STE G1 23.9 miles
PARAMUS, NJ 7652
159 FRANKLIN TPKE 23.9 miles
WALDWICK, NJ 7463
330 W 42ND ST 23.9 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10036
4914-4922 Kennedy Blvd., Suite 206 24.0 miles
West New York, NJ 7093
137 East 36th Street, Suite 7 24.0 miles
New York, NY 10016
6655 FRESH POND RD 24.0 miles
RIDGEWOOD, NY 11385
22-11 STATE RT 208 24.0 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
1940 DEER PARK AVE 24.0 miles
DEER PARK, NY 11729
47 MOREWOOD DR 24.1 miles
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787
55 E 34TH ST 24.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10016
MIDTOWN STATION P. O. BOX 799 24.1 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
229 W 36TH ST 10TH FL 24.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10018
224 W 35TH ST STE 607 24.2 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10001
2360 GRAND AVE 24.3 miles
BALDWIN, NY 11510
15-01 BROADWAY 24.3 miles
FAIR LAWN, NJ 7410
68 NASSAU AVE 24.3 miles
BROOKLYN, NY 11222
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 24.4 miles
WOOD RIDGE, NJ 7075
101 South Bergen Place, 2nd Floor 24.4 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
2209 Merrick Rd, 2nd floor 24.5 miles
Merrick, NY 11566
Onsite Only #1R 24.5 miles
Brooklyn, NY 11237
13355 LEFFERTS BLVD 24.6 miles
SOUTH OZONE PARK, NY 11420
618 Broadway 24.6 miles
Amityville, NY 11701
380 2ND AVE 24.6 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
2982 MERRICK RD 24.7 miles
BELLMORE, NY 11710
22 W 23RD ST 2ND FL 24.7 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10010
247 Third Ave, Ste 303 24.7 miles
New York, NY 10010
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 71 Douth Bayview Ave. 24.7 miles
Freeport, NY 11520
3196 KENNEDY BLVD 2ND FL 24.7 miles
UNION CITY, NJ 7087
4900 Merrick Road, Southgate S, 2nd Floor 24.8 miles
Massapequa Park, NY 11762
202 W 23RD ST 24.8 miles
NEW YORK, NY 10011
222 ROUTE 59 24.8 miles
SUFFERN, NY 10901
8212 151ST AVE 24.9 miles
HOWARD BEACH, NY 11414
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 Port Chester, New York 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 Port Chester, New York 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 Port Chester, New York 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: Port Chester, New York
Port Chester is a village in Westchester County, New York, United States. The village is part of the town of Rye. As of the 2010 census, Port Chester had a population of 28,967. Port Chester borders on the State of Connecticut to the east. The village's name is pronounced with the same stress pattern as the county's, i.e., "PORT ches-ter", not "Port CHES-ter".
The Bush-Lyon Homestead, Capitol Theater, Life Savers Building, Putnam and Mellor Engine and Hose Company Firehouse, St. Peter's Episcopal Church, and United States Post Office are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
In 1660, three settlers from Greenwidge (now Greenwich, Connecticut), Thomas Studwell, John Coe, and Peter Disbrow, arranged to buy Manursing Island and the land near the Byram River from the Mohegan Indians. The land that they bought is now Port Chester. The village was originally known as Saw Pit for the saw pits in use during the time. Logs were cut in holes in the ground for wood to be used for shipbuilding. The name Sawpit was used for the first time in 1732. The village eventually outgrew this name and became Port Chester by incorporating as a village in 1868. When Port Chester was first incorporated, it was considered a major seaport.