Southwest · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Arizona

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 Arizona communities

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

Phoenix4,047,095Infectious Disease Testing Tucson875,284Infectious Disease Testing Mesa497,752Infectious Disease Testing Chandler272,439Infectious Disease Testing Gilbert262,249Infectious Disease Testing Avondale254,537Infectious Disease Testing Glendale245,685Infectious Disease Testing Scottsdale238,685Infectious Disease Testing Peoria187,733Infectious Disease Testing Tempe178,862Infectious Disease Testing Surprise141,875Infectious Disease Testing Yuma135,933Infectious Disease Testing Prescott Valley97,901Infectious Disease Testing San Tan Valley96,127Infectious Disease Testing Goodyear93,651Infectious Disease Testing Buckeye89,711Infectious Disease Testing Flagstaff81,682Infectious Disease Testing Casas Adobes70,224Infectious Disease Testing Queen Creek57,728Infectious Disease Testing Maricopa57,075Infectious Disease Testing Lake Havasu City56,510Infectious Disease Testing Casa Grande53,488Infectious Disease Testing Marana50,834Infectious Disease Testing Catalina Foothills50,096Infectious Disease Testing Oro Valley46,515Infectious Disease Testing Prescott45,063Infectious Disease Testing Sierra Vista44,944Infectious Disease Testing Bullhead City41,064Infectious Disease Testing Apache Junction38,311Infectious Disease Testing Sun City37,693Infectious Disease Testing El Mirage35,410Infectious Disease Testing San Luis35,289Infectious Disease Testing Sahuarita33,524Infectious Disease Testing Kingman32,204Infectious Disease Testing Drexel Heights30,599Infectious Disease Testing Fortuna Foothills26,727Infectious Disease Testing Sun City West26,354Infectious Disease Testing Florence25,356Infectious Disease Testing Fountain Hills23,639Infectious Disease Testing Anthem22,750Infectious Disease Testing Rio Rico20,914Infectious Disease Testing Green Valley20,729Infectious Disease Testing Nogales19,829Infectious Disease Testing New River17,731Infectious Disease Testing Flowing Wells16,965Infectious Disease Testing Douglas16,470Infectious Disease Testing Payson16,229Infectious Disease Testing Fort Mohave15,872Infectious Disease Testing Eloy15,171Infectious Disease Testing Tanque Verde14,946Infectious Disease Testing Sierra Vista Southeast14,822Infectious Disease Testing Vail14,715Infectious Disease Testing Somerton14,126Infectious Disease Testing Sun Lakes13,912Infectious Disease Testing Coolidge13,347Infectious Disease Testing Valencia West12,887Infectious Disease Testing New Kingman-Butler12,858Infectious Disease Testing Chino Valley12,854Infectious Disease Testing Paradise Valley12,666Infectious Disease Testing Verde Village12,658Infectious Disease Testing