Southwest · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in New Mexico

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 Mexico communities

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

Albuquerque765,693Infectious Disease Testing Las Cruces141,399Infectious Disease Testing Rio Rancho102,403Infectious Disease Testing Santa Fe99,439Infectious Disease Testing Roswell48,347Infectious Disease Testing Farmington46,696Infectious Disease Testing Hobbs39,476Infectious Disease Testing Clovis38,505Infectious Disease Testing South Valley36,583Infectious Disease Testing Carlsbad31,525Infectious Disease Testing Alamogordo31,201Infectious Disease Testing Gallup21,901Infectious Disease Testing Los Lunas17,072Infectious Disease Testing Sunland Park16,488Infectious Disease Testing Deming14,730Infectious Disease Testing Chaparral14,098Infectious Disease Testing Los Alamos13,270Infectious Disease Testing Las Vegas13,247Infectious Disease Testing Artesia12,637Infectious Disease Testing North Valley12,594Infectious Disease Testing Portales12,151Infectious Disease Testing Lovington11,505Infectious Disease Testing Española10,492Infectious Disease Testing Silver City9,694Infectious Disease Testing Grants9,208Infectious Disease Testing Bernalillo9,049Infectious Disease Testing Anthony8,748Infectious Disease Testing Socorro8,553Infectious Disease Testing Corrales8,488Infectious Disease Testing Shiprock8,452Infectious Disease Testing Ruidoso7,636Infectious Disease Testing Bloomfield7,514Infectious Disease Testing Belen7,374Infectious Disease Testing Zuni Pueblo7,012Infectious Disease Testing Taos6,524Infectious Disease Testing Aztec6,283Infectious Disease Testing North Hobbs6,148Infectious Disease Testing Edgewood6,106Infectious Disease Testing Raton6,082Infectious Disease Testing Truth or Consequences6,078Infectious Disease Testing Santa Teresa6,037Infectious Disease Testing Los Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Infectious Disease Testing White Rock5,716Infectious Disease Testing Eldorado at Santa Fe5,419Infectious Disease Testing Tucumcari5,221Infectious Disease Testing El Cerro Mission5,103Infectious Disease Testing Crouch Mesa4,997Infectious Disease Testing Los Chaves4,938Infectious Disease Testing Rio Communities4,904Infectious Disease Testing Lee Acres4,851Infectious Disease Testing Paradise Hills4,442Infectious Disease Testing Meadow Lake4,248Infectious Disease Testing Kirtland AFB4,142Infectious Disease Testing Holloman AFB4,128Infectious Disease Testing La Cienega4,110Infectious Disease Testing Bosque Farms4,010Infectious Disease Testing Placitas3,863Infectious Disease Testing Peralta3,392Infectious Disease Testing Chimayo3,208Infectious Disease Testing Vado3,199Infectious Disease Testing