Mid-Atlantic · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Maryland

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 Maryland communities

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

Baltimore2,205,092Infectious Disease Testing Bel Air South222,834Infectious Disease Testing Hagerstown194,602Infectious Disease Testing Frederick175,032Infectious Disease Testing Waldorf119,442Infectious Disease Testing Salisbury108,982Infectious Disease Testing Columbia105,086Infectious Disease Testing Germantown90,235Infectious Disease Testing Silver Spring82,472Infectious Disease Testing Ellicott City74,432Infectious Disease Testing Eldersburg70,639Infectious Disease Testing Glen Burnie69,739Infectious Disease Testing Gaithersburg68,827Infectious Disease Testing Rockville67,095Infectious Disease Testing Dundalk66,426Infectious Disease Testing Bethesda66,294Infectious Disease Testing Towson59,014Infectious Disease Testing Bowie58,113Infectious Disease Testing Severn53,955Infectious Disease Testing Aspen Hill53,850Infectious Disease Testing Wheaton51,836Infectious Disease Testing North Bethesda50,695Infectious Disease Testing Potomac46,891Infectious Disease Testing Odenton43,488Infectious Disease Testing Catonsville42,789Infectious Disease Testing Woodlawn42,053Infectious Disease Testing Essex40,710Infectious Disease Testing Annapolis40,581Infectious Disease Testing Clinton39,925Infectious Disease Testing Severna Park39,108Infectious Disease Testing Chillum36,428Infectious Disease Testing Olney35,815Infectious Disease Testing Randallstown35,641Infectious Disease Testing Owings Mills35,170Infectious Disease Testing College Park34,961Infectious Disease Testing Montgomery Village34,489Infectious Disease Testing Pikesville33,549Infectious Disease Testing Pasadena31,583Infectious Disease Testing Bel Air North30,969Infectious Disease Testing Parkville30,783Infectious Disease Testing Milford Mill30,685Infectious Disease Testing Middle River30,606Infectious Disease Testing Carney29,873Infectious Disease Testing Crofton29,812Infectious Disease Testing Laurel29,438Infectious Disease Testing Perry Hall29,165Infectious Disease Testing South Laurel27,998Infectious Disease Testing Reisterstown27,917Infectious Disease Testing Ilchester27,513Infectious Disease Testing Clarksburg27,354Infectious Disease Testing Lochearn26,995Infectious Disease Testing Suitland26,375Infectious Disease Testing Fort Washington25,840Infectious Disease Testing Fairland25,324Infectious Disease Testing Arnold25,056Infectious Disease Testing Edgewood25,004Infectious Disease Testing Greenbelt24,602Infectious Disease Testing Landover24,508Infectious Disease Testing North Potomac24,449Infectious Disease Testing North Laurel24,233Infectious Disease Testing