STD Testing Centers
Potomac Heights, MD
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Potomac Heights, Maryland 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 Potomac Heights, MD 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 Potomac Heights, Maryland STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
3059 MARSHALL HALL RD 3.9 miles
BRYANS ROAD, MD 20616
14527 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY FEATHERSTONE SQUARE SHOPPING CTR 6.7 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22191
2080 Daniel Stuart Square, 7.4 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22191
216 Locust St 8.2 miles
Occaquan, VA 22125
14010 SMOKETOWN ROAD, STE 101 9.0 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
8101 HINSON FARM RD STE 314 9.5 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22306
403 CHARLES ST 3 9.5 miles
LA PLATA, MD 20646
7839 ROLLING RD STE A 10.1 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22153
7609 RICHMOND HWY STE B 10.3 miles
Alexandria, VA 22306
201 CENTENNIAL ST B1 10.4 miles
LA PLATA, MD 20646
17017 DUMFRIES RD 10.4 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
17932 FRALEY BLVD STE 405 10.7 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
3928 LANSING CT 10.7 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22026
3990 FETTLER PARK DR 10.8 miles
DUMFRIES, VA 22025
4158 DALE BLVD 10.8 miles
DALE CITY, VA 22193
14142 MINNIEVILLE RD MINNIEVILLE PLAZE SUITE 204 11.7 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22193
6226 OLD FRANCONIA RD 11.9 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22310
3500 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 104 12.2 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
3460 Old Washington Rd Ste 104, 12.2 miles
Waldorf, MD 20602
12731 Marblestone Dr, Suite 100 12.3 miles
Woodbridge, VA 22192
6120 BRANDON AVE STE 105 12.3 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22150
12581 MILSTEAD WAY STE 103 12.9 miles
WOODBRIDGE, VA 22192
6020 RICHMOND HWY STE 100 12.9 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22303
5590 GENERAL WASHINGTON DR 13.0 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22312
3070 HEATHCOTE RD 13.4 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
5510 ALMA LN STE 200 13.5 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
12070 OLD LINE CTR STE 201 13.5 miles
WALDORF, MD 20602
5501 BACKLICK RD 13.6 miles
SPRINGFIELD, VA 22151
6144 EDSALL RD APT 303 13.7 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
5130 DUKE ST STE 10 14.0 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
4527 DUKE ST 14.2 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
225 REINEKERS LN 14.3 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
2170 OLD WASHINGTON RD STE 111 14.4 miles
WALDORF, MD 20601
4320 SEMINARY RD 15.0 miles
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22304
6715 Little River Turnpike Ste 300 15.1 miles
Annandale, VA 22003
7700 OLD BRANCH AVE E108 16.2 miles
CLINTON, MD 20735
5550 COLUMBIA PIKE APT 551 17.0 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
5606 HOLTON LN 17.6 miles
TEMPLE HILLS, MD 20748
3263 COLUMBIA PIKE 17.7 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22204
6064 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church Medical Center 17.9 miles
Falls Church, VA 22044
422 GARRISONVILLE RD 18.1 miles
STAFFORD, VA 22554
8316 ARLINGTON BLVD STE 206 18.4 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22031
8501 Arlington Blvd Ste 120, 18.5 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
3020 Hamaker Court, B-110 18.7 miles
Fairfax, VA 22031
608 Garrisonville Rd, Suite 101 18.7 miles
Stafford, VA 22554
10560 MAIN ST 18.9 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
1005 N GLEBE RD STE 140 19.0 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
10721 MAIN ST STE 3100 19.1 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22030
10721 Main Street, Suite 1400 19.1 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
3301 WILSON BLVD 19.1 miles
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
920 W BROAD ST STE B 19.6 miles
FALLS CHURCH, VA 22046
11848 Robertson Farm Circle 20.2 miles
Fairfax, VA 22030
8694 CENTREVILLE RD 20.2 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8773 MATHIS AVE 20.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
9003 CHURCH ST 20.3 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
4355 FORESTVILLE RD APT 302 20.8 miles
FORESTVILLE, MD 20747
815 CONNECTICUT AVE NW 20.9 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
2029 K ST NW STE 301 20.9 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20006
2440 M St NW Ste 414, 21.0 miles
Washington, DC 20037
1145 19TH ST NW STE 601 21.1 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
1140 19TH ST NW STE 700 21.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
1145 19th Street NW Suite 506 21.2 miles
Washington, DC 20036
100 MAPLE AVE E 21.3 miles
VIENNA, VA 22180
8714 SUDLEY RD 21.5 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
Onsite Only 21.6 miles
Hughesville, MD 20637
8685 Sudley Rd, 21.7 miles
Manassas, VA 20110
8640 SUDLEY RD STE 203 21.7 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
8609 SUDLEY RD STE 104 21.8 miles
MANASSAS, VA 20110
12713 SHOPPES LN 21.9 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
6201 CENTREVILLE RD STE 200 22.0 miles
CENTREVILLE, VA 20121
911 U ST NW 22.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20001
4121 MINNESOTA AVE NE 22.6 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20019
3650 JOSEPH SIEWICK DR Ste 400 23.2 miles
FAIRFAX, VA 22033
3422 GEORGIA AVE NW 23.2 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20010
9141 ALAKING CT STE 112 24.0 miles
CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
920 VARNUM ST NE 24.4 miles
WASHINGTON, DC 20017
8700 CENTRAL AVE STE 204 24.8 miles
LANDOVER, MD 20785
4437 BROOKFIELD CORPORATE DR STE 108 24.9 miles
CHANTILLY, VA 20151
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 Potomac Heights, Maryland 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 Potomac Heights, Maryland 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 Potomac Heights, Maryland 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: Potomac, Maryland
Potomac (listen (help·info)) is a census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, named for the nearby Potomac River. In 2013, CNNMoney listed Potomac as the most affluent town in all the United States, based on median household income. Potomac is also the seventh-most top-educated American small town according to Forbes. Bloomberg Businessweek labeled Potomac as the twenty-ninth-richest zip code in the United States in 2011, stating that it had the largest population of any U.S. town with a median income of more than $240,000. In 2012, The Higley Elite 100 published a list of highest-income neighborhoods by mean household income, which included four neighborhoods in Potomac; one of these neighborhoods, "Carderock-The Palisades" was ranked the highest-income neighborhood in the United States, followed by "Beverly Hills-North of Sunset" in Beverly Hills, California, and "Swinks Mill-Dominion Reserve" of McLean, Virginia. More recently, two Potomac neighborhoods were ranked among the ten wealthiest neighborhoods in the country by CNBC in 2014. In 2018, data from the American Community Survey revealed that Potomac was the sixth-wealthiest city in the United States. Many Potomac residents work in nearby Washington, D.C.
The land that is now Potomac Village was first settled by Edward Offutt in 1714 after he was granted a 600-acre (2.4 km2) land grant "Clewerwell" by Lord Baltimore. His grant of land was by the Tehogee Indian Trail, an Indian trade route built by the Canaze Indian nation in 1716. Throughout the 18th century, what became known as Offutts Crossroads was a small, rural community which served planters and travelers. In the 19th century, a few small dwellings had been built along with a tavern established in 1820. By the time of the Civil War, the community contained two general stores, a blacksmith shop, and a post office which served a community of 100.
Offutts Crossroads was renamed Potomac in 1881 by John McDonald. An Irishman and veteran of the Civil War, McDonald settled in Potomac around that time. He petitioned for the name change since postal officials were asking for brief names and there were already several other communities in the area with the name "crossroads".