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STD Testing FAQ
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*Does not include lab fees which are billed separately.
General Testing Questions
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Can I get tested for all STDs at once?
Sexually active individuals who've had unprotected sex or have had multiple sex partners should be regularly screened for at least chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The CDC also recommends universal HIV testing.
There is not one test for all STDs, but our comprehensive panel tests for the most common infections including Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis Panel (A, B, C), Herpes II, HIV 1 & 2 Antibody (4th Gen), Mycoplasma Genitalium, Syphilis, and Trichomoniasis ("trich"). For more information and links to resources, visit our Common STDs page.
Know the signs
What are symptoms of an STD?
A person can have an STI without having obvious symptoms of disease. Common symptoms of STIs include vaginal discharge, urethral discharge or burning in men, genital ulcers, and abdominal pain.
For information on the most common STDs and links to resources, visit our Common STDs page.
How long after sexual exposure should I wait before testing?
The recommended minimum period for these STDs using our test methods are as follows:
- Chlamydia Test - 1-5 days
- Gonorrhea Test - 2-6 days
- Hepatitis A Test - 2-7 weeks; the hepatitis A virus averages a 28-day incubation period.
- Hepatitis B Test - 6 weeks; hepatitis B can occasionally be detected as early as 3 weeks post-exposure, however for the most accurate results, we recommend getting tested after 6 weeks.
- Hepatitis C Test - 8-9 weeks
- Herpes Type 1 & Herpes Type 2 Testing - 4-6 weeks
- HIV 1 & 2 Antibody Testing - 1-3 months
- Mycoplasma Genitalium Test - 3-7 days
- Syphilis Test - 3-6 weeks
- Trichomoniasis Test - 3-7 days
For information on the most common STDs and links to resources, visit our Common STDs page.
How often should I get tested for STDs?
All sexually active men and women should be tested at least once a year for syphilis, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. Those who have multiple or anonymous partners should be tested more frequently for STDs (i.e., at 3- to 6-month intervals).
Which STDs are curable? And which are not?
More than 30 different bacteria, viruses and parasites are known to be transmitted through sexual contact. Eight of these pathogens are linked to the greatest incidence of sexually transmitted disease.
- Three bacterial STIs (chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis) and one parasitic STI (trichomoniasis) are generally curable with existing, effective single-dose regimens of antibiotics.
- For herpes and HIV, the most effective medications available are antivirals that can modulate the course of the disease, though they cannot cure the disease.
- For hepatitis B, antiviral medications can help to fight the virus and slow damage to the liver.
For information on the most common STDs and links to resources, visit our Common STDs page.
I'm under the age of 18
Do I have to tell my parents?
In NJ, a minor who is at least 13 years old has the right to consent to HIV/AIDS testing. If a healthcare practitioner believes that a minor under the age of 13 has been sexually assaulted, that minor has the right to consent to treatment for the assault, including testing.
While a minor may be tested and treated for an STD without a parent’s or guardian’s consent, some STDs must be reported to the Department of Health.
All states have “medical emancipation” laws that guarantee teenagers confidential access to health care related to intimate behavior, such as sex and drugs. For example, teenagers may obtain treatment for as sexually transmitted diseases, birth control, pregnancy, drug or alcohol abuse, AIDS, sexual assault and mental illness without parental notification or consent in California.
These laws exist because teenagers simply won't obtain vitally needed care if they need to reveal their experience with sex, drugs or alcohol to their parents. A Journal of Pediatrics study found that only 15% of teenagers would seek treatment for sexually transmitted diseases if they were forced to obtain parental consent. The number jumps to 50% when treatment is confidential. In another study, published ion Family Planning Perspectives, 25% of students said that they would simply not obtain health care if there were a chance that their parents would find out. These kinds of barriers create serious health problems, both for young people and for the public.
What do I do if I turn up positive?
If you receive a positive STD test, we will provide treatment, a referral to a reputable specialist, or a follow-up test. For information on the most common STDs and links to resources, visit our Common STDs page.
Chlamydia or gonorrhea - if you show symptoms, you may receive treatment during your testing visit. If you have no symptoms yet your lab results come back positive, you will need a follow-up visit for consultation and treatment. It’s common to get infected with gonorrhea and chlamydia again. Even if you and your partner took medicine, you should be retested in 2 to 3 months to confirm the treatment was effective.
Herpes 1 (cold sores) - Herpes 1 is a super-common infection that stays in your body for life. More than half of Americans have oral herpes. Although Herpes 1 is a contagious virus and can be transmitted from person to person, it is not an STD which is why we do not include it in our STD panels.
Herpes 2 (genital) - if you show symptoms, you may receive treatment during your testing visit. If you have no symptoms yet your lab results come back positive, you will need a follow-up visit for consultation and treatment. We will also provide a referral for long term treatment.
HIV - if your test results are positive for HIV, we will contact you immediately and require you to return to the clinic for consultation to discuss treatment and provide a referral. HIV is the virus that causes AIDS and you will need specialize treatment to manage the disease. Sexual partners should also be tested as long-term exposure to the disease can lead to life-threatening consequences.
Syphilis - if your test results are positive for syphilis, we will contact you immediately and require you to return to the clinic for consultation and to discuss treatment and provide a referral. Syphilis can be treated successfully in the early stages with penicillin. Sexual partners should also be tested as long-term exposure to the disease can lead to life-threatening consequences. Tertiary syphilis will require multiple injections at weekly intervals.
Trichomoniasis "Trich" - treated with antibiotics.
Mycoplasma genitalium - treated with antibiotics.
If an STD goes untreated, it can cause more serious health issues, including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), infertility, and some types of cancer.
Note that certain STDs may require reporting to the state health department.
Cases of Chlamydia*
Cases of Gonorrhea*
Cases of Syphilis*
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