Mid-Atlantic · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in New Jersey

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 New Jersey communities

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

Trenton316,436Infectious Disease Testing Newark306,247Infectious Disease Testing Jersey City287,146Infectious Disease Testing Atlantic City236,314Infectious Disease Testing Paterson157,927Infectious Disease Testing Elizabeth135,772Infectious Disease Testing Vineland92,364Infectious Disease Testing Clifton89,460Infectious Disease Testing Camden72,381Infectious Disease Testing Bayonne70,553Infectious Disease Testing Passaic70,308Infectious Disease Testing East Orange68,918Infectious Disease Testing Union City67,903Infectious Disease Testing Twin Rivers64,012Infectious Disease Testing Hoboken59,369Infectious Disease Testing New Brunswick55,671Infectious Disease Testing Perth Amboy55,046Infectious Disease Testing Plainfield54,183Infectious Disease Testing West New York52,485Infectious Disease Testing Sicklerville46,626Infectious Disease Testing Hackensack45,723Infectious Disease Testing Sayreville45,062Infectious Disease Testing Linden43,387Infectious Disease Testing Kearny41,790Infectious Disease Testing Fort Lee39,701Infectious Disease Testing Fair Lawn34,820Infectious Disease Testing Garfield32,481Infectious Disease Testing Long Branch31,734Infectious Disease Testing Westfield30,950Infectious Disease Testing Princeton30,717Infectious Disease Testing Rahway29,582Infectious Disease Testing Englewood29,129Infectious Disease Testing Bergenfield28,282Infectious Disease Testing Millville27,946Infectious Disease Testing Paramus26,650Infectious Disease Testing Ridgewood25,991Infectious Disease Testing Lodi25,983Infectious Disease Testing Cliffside Park25,515Infectious Disease Testing Carteret25,077Infectious Disease Testing Somerset24,827Infectious Disease Testing South Plainfield24,251Infectious Disease Testing North Plainfield22,635Infectious Disease Testing Summit22,598Infectious Disease Testing Roselle22,511Infectious Disease Testing Hillsborough22,273Infectious Disease Testing Parsippany21,931Infectious Disease Testing Secaucus21,439Infectious Disease Testing Elmwood Park21,239Infectious Disease Testing Lindenwold21,048Infectious Disease Testing Pleasantville20,505Infectious Disease Testing Palisades Park20,291Infectious Disease Testing Glassboro20,284Infectious Disease Testing Morristown20,003Infectious Disease Testing Hawthorne19,507Infectious Disease Testing Preakness19,083Infectious Disease Testing Tinton Falls19,053Infectious Disease Testing Point Pleasant18,839Infectious Disease Testing Harrison18,824Infectious Disease Testing Rutherford18,781Infectious Disease Testing Colonia18,776Infectious Disease Testing