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Infectious Disease Testing in Alabama

Infectious Disease Testing can be ordered without a referral, and this guide covers what to expect. Infectious Disease Testing helps detect specific infections in the body. It's a convenient way to check for diseases like HIV and Zika.

Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab

ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

Infectious Disease Testing involves laboratory tests designed to identify the presence of specific infectious agents in the body. These tests can detect viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens. Common tests include those for HIV and Zika virus.

What it measures

HIV — indicates presence of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus
Zika — reflects exposure to the Zika virus
Hepatitis B — shows presence of Hepatitis B virus
Hepatitis C — indicates presence of Hepatitis C virus
Chlamydia — detects Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria
Gonorrhea — detects Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria

What the test involves

The test typically involves a standard blood draw, where a healthcare professional collects a blood sample from a vein. In some cases, other types of samples, such as urine or saliva, may be used.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians usually order infectious disease tests to diagnose or rule out specific infections based on symptoms or potential exposure. They may also be used to monitor the effectiveness of treatments for known infections.

Preparation

Preparation for the test depends on the specific infection being tested for. Always follow the collection lab's instructions for accurate results.

How results are reported

Test results are reported as either positive or negative for the presence of the pathogen. Reference ranges and interpretation can vary depending on the laboratory.

Before you go

Test availability for specific infections
Sample collection requirements
Turnaround time for results

Cities

Infectious Disease Testing in Alabama communities

Choose your city for local context and to request this test.

Birmingham704,676Infectious Disease Testing Huntsville339,136Infectious Disease Testing Mobile322,079Infectious Disease Testing Montgomery253,711Infectious Disease Testing Tuscaloosa148,523Infectious Disease Testing Hoover91,371Infectious Disease Testing Auburn91,047Infectious Disease Testing Florence79,590Infectious Disease Testing Anniston77,690Infectious Disease Testing Dothan72,389Infectious Disease Testing Decatur69,710Infectious Disease Testing Madison55,551Infectious Disease Testing Vestavia Hills38,504Infectious Disease Testing Phenix City38,216Infectious Disease Testing Prattville37,977Infectious Disease Testing Gadsden34,317Infectious Disease Testing Alabaster33,133Infectious Disease Testing Opelika30,810Infectious Disease Testing Northport30,334Infectious Disease Testing Enterprise28,242Infectious Disease Testing Daphne27,088Infectious Disease Testing Homewood26,206Infectious Disease Testing Bessemer26,171Infectious Disease Testing Athens25,213Infectious Disease Testing Trussville25,027Infectious Disease Testing Pelham24,134Infectious Disease Testing Albertville22,268Infectious Disease Testing Oxford22,210Infectious Disease Testing Mountain Brook22,184Infectious Disease Testing Fairhope21,825Infectious Disease Testing Helena20,680Infectious Disease Testing Foley20,170Infectious Disease Testing Prichard19,645Infectious Disease Testing Selma18,429Infectious Disease Testing Tillmans Corner18,313Infectious Disease Testing Cullman17,892Infectious Disease Testing Troy17,765Infectious Disease Testing Hueytown16,694Infectious Disease Testing Millbrook16,675Infectious Disease Testing Center Point16,422Infectious Disease Testing Calera16,126Infectious Disease Testing Muscle Shoals15,969Infectious Disease Testing Saraland15,942Infectious Disease Testing Gardendale15,920Infectious Disease Testing Talladega15,782Infectious Disease Testing Scottsboro15,446Infectious Disease Testing Hartselle15,308Infectious Disease Testing Alexander City14,765Infectious Disease Testing Fort Payne14,730Infectious Disease Testing Gulf Shores14,712Infectious Disease Testing Chelsea14,710Infectious Disease Testing Ozark14,396Infectious Disease Testing Jasper14,370Infectious Disease Testing Irondale13,457Infectious Disease Testing McCalla13,221Infectious Disease Testing Moody13,100Infectious Disease Testing Jacksonville13,076Infectious Disease Testing Pell City12,923Infectious Disease Testing Eufaula12,753Infectious Disease Testing Sylacauga12,512Infectious Disease Testing