Midwest · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Illinois

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 Illinois communities

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

Chicago8,595,181Infectious Disease Testing Rockford289,763Infectious Disease Testing Round Lake Beach287,012Infectious Disease Testing Peoria255,718Infectious Disease Testing Aurora183,447Infectious Disease Testing Springfield162,588Infectious Disease Testing Champaign153,278Infectious Disease Testing Joliet150,323Infectious Disease Testing Naperville149,013Infectious Disease Testing Bloomington134,357Infectious Disease Testing Elgin114,156Infectious Disease Testing Waukegan89,751Infectious Disease Testing Decatur88,002Infectious Disease Testing Cicero84,905Infectious Disease Testing Alton83,705Infectious Disease Testing Kankakee82,095Infectious Disease Testing Evanston78,454Infectious Disease Testing Schaumburg78,053Infectious Disease Testing Arlington Heights77,283Infectious Disease Testing Bolingbrook73,807Infectious Disease Testing Palatine67,754Infectious Disease Testing Skokie67,444Infectious Disease Testing DeKalb66,624Infectious Disease Testing Carbondale66,482Infectious Disease Testing Des Plaines60,413Infectious Disease Testing Orland Park58,622Infectious Disease Testing Oak Lawn58,032Infectious Disease Testing Berwyn56,960Infectious Disease Testing Mount Prospect56,510Infectious Disease Testing Tinley Park55,988Infectious Disease Testing Oak Park54,100Infectious Disease Testing Wheaton53,762Infectious Disease Testing Normal53,446Infectious Disease Testing Hoffman Estates52,153Infectious Disease Testing Downers Grove50,209Infectious Disease Testing Glenview48,150Infectious Disease Testing Elmhurst45,661Infectious Disease Testing Lombard44,311Infectious Disease Testing Plainfield44,296Infectious Disease Testing Buffalo Grove43,062Infectious Disease Testing Moline42,660Infectious Disease Testing Belleville42,463Infectious Disease Testing Bartlett41,126Infectious Disease Testing Romeoville40,099Infectious Disease Testing Crystal Lake40,082Infectious Disease Testing Carol Stream39,895Infectious Disease Testing Streamwood39,736Infectious Disease Testing Quincy39,687Infectious Disease Testing Park Ridge39,562Infectious Disease Testing Urbana39,189Infectious Disease Testing Wheeling39,104Infectious Disease Testing Carpentersville37,940Infectious Disease Testing Hanover Park37,545Infectious Disease Testing Rock Island37,519Infectious Disease Testing Calumet City36,065Infectious Disease Testing Addison35,999Infectious Disease Testing Northbrook35,108Infectious Disease Testing Oswego34,324Infectious Disease Testing Woodridge34,161Infectious Disease Testing Glendale Heights33,443Infectious Disease Testing