Mountain West · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Montana

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 Montana communities

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

Billings124,973Infectious Disease Testing Missoula92,863Infectious Disease Testing Great Falls62,112Infectious Disease Testing Bozeman51,574Infectious Disease Testing Butte34,368Infectious Disease Testing Helena32,060Infectious Disease Testing Kalispell24,260Infectious Disease Testing Belgrade10,555Infectious Disease Testing Havre9,417Infectious Disease Testing Anaconda9,380Infectious Disease Testing Helena Valley Southeast9,316Infectious Disease Testing Helena Valley West Central8,550Infectious Disease Testing Miles City8,441Infectious Disease Testing Livingston8,110Infectious Disease Testing Evergreen7,988Infectious Disease Testing Whitefish7,783Infectious Disease Testing Laurel7,164Infectious Disease Testing Lockwood7,162Infectious Disease Testing Sidney6,240Infectious Disease Testing Lewistown5,967Infectious Disease Testing Four Corners5,649Infectious Disease Testing Columbia Falls5,304Infectious Disease Testing Orchard Homes5,170Infectious Disease Testing Polson5,161Infectious Disease Testing Glendive4,928Infectious Disease Testing Bigfork4,683Infectious Disease Testing Helena Valley Northwest4,653Infectious Disease Testing Hamilton4,632Infectious Disease Testing Lolo4,338Infectious Disease Testing Malmstrom AFB4,098Infectious Disease Testing Dillon3,930Infectious Disease Testing Hardin3,754Infectious Disease Testing Helena Valley Northeast3,607Infectious Disease Testing North Browning3,253Infectious Disease Testing Glasgow3,192Infectious Disease Testing Big Sky3,141Infectious Disease Testing Shelby3,139Infectious Disease Testing Cut Bank3,049Infectious Disease Testing Deer Lodge2,938Infectious Disease Testing Conrad2,758Infectious Disease Testing Libby2,745Infectious Disease Testing Montana City2,735Infectious Disease Testing Wolf Point2,638Infectious Disease Testing Lakeside2,463Infectious Disease Testing Lame Deer2,231Infectious Disease Testing Townsend2,224Infectious Disease Testing East Missoula2,162Infectious Disease Testing Colstrip2,094Infectious Disease Testing Three Forks2,084Infectious Disease Testing Columbus2,069Infectious Disease Testing Pablo2,037Infectious Disease Testing Red Lodge2,032Infectious Disease Testing Malta2,031Infectious Disease Testing Crow Agency1,993Infectious Disease Testing Stevensville1,959Infectious Disease Testing King Arthur Park1,951Infectious Disease Testing Clancy1,902Infectious Disease Testing Manhattan1,884Infectious Disease Testing West Glendive1,868Infectious Disease Testing Choteau1,826Infectious Disease Testing