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Infectious Disease Testing in North Carolina

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 North Carolina communities

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

Charlotte1,516,107Infectious Disease Testing Raleigh1,062,018Infectious Disease Testing Winston-Salem420,400Infectious Disease Testing Durham399,762Infectious Disease Testing Greensboro345,270Infectious Disease Testing Fayetteville328,827Infectious Disease Testing Asheville316,694Infectious Disease Testing Concord264,492Infectious Disease Testing Wilmington247,372Infectious Disease Testing Hickory211,042Infectious Disease Testing Gastonia194,190Infectious Disease Testing High Point178,800Infectious Disease Testing Cary171,603Infectious Disease Testing Burlington137,096Infectious Disease Testing Greenville122,921Infectious Disease Testing Jacksonville108,549Infectious Disease Testing Rocky Mount61,952Infectious Disease Testing Chapel Hill60,920Infectious Disease Testing Huntersville60,166Infectious Disease Testing Apex58,066Infectious Disease Testing Kannapolis52,173Infectious Disease Testing Mooresville48,431Infectious Disease Testing Wilson47,914Infectious Disease Testing Wake Forest46,387Infectious Disease Testing Holly Springs40,198Infectious Disease Testing Indian Trail39,603Infectious Disease Testing Salisbury35,258Infectious Disease Testing Monroe34,464Infectious Disease Testing Goldsboro33,214Infectious Disease Testing Fuquay-Varina33,135Infectious Disease Testing New Bern31,058Infectious Disease Testing Cornelius30,925Infectious Disease Testing Garner30,859Infectious Disease Testing Sanford30,024Infectious Disease Testing Matthews29,417Infectious Disease Testing Morrisville28,824Infectious Disease Testing Statesville27,777Infectious Disease Testing Thomasville26,941Infectious Disease Testing Asheboro26,729Infectious Disease Testing Kernersville26,376Infectious Disease Testing Mint Hill26,236Infectious Disease Testing Clayton25,486Infectious Disease Testing Leland22,794Infectious Disease Testing Shelby21,564Infectious Disease Testing Carrboro21,237Infectious Disease Testing Clemmons21,032Infectious Disease Testing Kinston19,888Infectious Disease Testing Waxhaw19,645Infectious Disease Testing Lexington19,347Infectious Disease Testing Lumberton19,186Infectious Disease Testing Knightdale18,614Infectious Disease Testing Elizabeth City18,466Infectious Disease Testing Harrisburg18,415Infectious Disease Testing Lenoir18,205Infectious Disease Testing Boone18,055Infectious Disease Testing Havelock17,570Infectious Disease Testing Hope Mills17,421Infectious Disease Testing Morganton17,389Infectious Disease Testing Mount Holly17,315Infectious Disease Testing Pinehurst17,250Infectious Disease Testing