New England · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts communities

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

Boston4,208,580Infectious Disease Testing Springfield620,494Infectious Disease Testing Worcester573,573Infectious Disease Testing New Bedford158,353Infectious Disease Testing Leominster118,190Infectious Disease Testing Cambridge116,892Infectious Disease Testing Lowell114,804Infectious Disease Testing Brockton104,216Infectious Disease Testing Quincy100,544Infectious Disease Testing Lynn100,233Infectious Disease Testing Fall River93,339Infectious Disease Testing Newton88,647Infectious Disease Testing Lawrence87,798Infectious Disease Testing Somerville80,608Infectious Disease Testing Framingham72,089Infectious Disease Testing Haverhill67,093Infectious Disease Testing Malden65,602Infectious Disease Testing Waltham64,655Infectious Disease Testing Revere60,720Infectious Disease Testing Medford60,708Infectious Disease Testing Taunton59,076Infectious Disease Testing Chicopee55,636Infectious Disease Testing Peabody54,200Infectious Disease Testing Methuen Town52,536Infectious Disease Testing Everett48,368Infectious Disease Testing Attleboro46,146Infectious Disease Testing Salem44,452Infectious Disease Testing Pittsfield43,890Infectious Disease Testing Beverly42,448Infectious Disease Testing Fitchburg41,796Infectious Disease Testing Marlborough41,505Infectious Disease Testing Woburn40,967Infectious Disease Testing Westfield40,922Infectious Disease Testing Chelsea40,025Infectious Disease Testing Holyoke38,480Infectious Disease Testing Watertown Town35,171Infectious Disease Testing Gloucester29,814Infectious Disease Testing Melrose29,567Infectious Disease Testing Northampton29,379Infectious Disease Testing Gardner21,183Infectious Disease Testing Newburyport18,282Infectious Disease Testing North Adams13,024Infectious Disease Testing South Yarmouth11,696Infectious Disease Testing Middleborough Center7,790Infectious Disease Testing Mansfield Center7,689Infectious Disease Testing Whitinsville7,329Infectious Disease Testing West Concord7,003Infectious Disease Testing Cochituate6,966Infectious Disease Testing East Falmouth6,739Infectious Disease Testing Pinehurst6,653Infectious Disease Testing West Yarmouth6,124Infectious Disease Testing Yarmouth Port5,872Infectious Disease Testing Bliss Corner5,529Infectious Disease Testing North Scituate5,519Infectious Disease Testing East Harwich5,519Infectious Disease Testing Raynham Center5,072Infectious Disease Testing Smith Mills4,846Infectious Disease Testing North Westport4,835Infectious Disease Testing The Pinehills4,724Infectious Disease Testing Millis-Clicquot4,653Infectious Disease Testing