Midwest · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Ohio

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 Ohio communities

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

Cincinnati1,712,287Infectious Disease Testing Cleveland1,683,059Infectious Disease Testing Columbus1,556,848Infectious Disease Testing Dayton709,300Infectious Disease Testing Akron546,549Infectious Disease Testing Toledo490,832Infectious Disease Testing Youngstown363,541Infectious Disease Testing Canton277,741Infectious Disease Testing Lorain186,500Infectious Disease Testing Middletown95,296Infectious Disease Testing Springfield85,121Infectious Disease Testing Parma80,880Infectious Disease Testing Newark78,447Infectious Disease Testing Mansfield74,021Infectious Disease Testing Lima69,440Infectious Disease Testing Hamilton63,127Infectious Disease Testing Kettering57,503Infectious Disease Testing Elyria52,853Infectious Disease Testing Cuyahoga Falls50,906Infectious Disease Testing Lakewood50,841Infectious Disease Testing Euclid49,382Infectious Disease Testing Dublin48,613Infectious Disease Testing Mentor47,369Infectious Disease Testing Beavercreek46,320Infectious Disease Testing Strongsville46,187Infectious Disease Testing Cleveland Heights45,267Infectious Disease Testing Fairfield44,550Infectious Disease Testing Huber Heights42,650Infectious Disease Testing Grove City41,025Infectious Disease Testing Delaware41,004Infectious Disease Testing Lancaster40,360Infectious Disease Testing Findlay40,323Infectious Disease Testing Reynoldsburg39,803Infectious Disease Testing Warren39,334Infectious Disease Testing Westerville38,960Infectious Disease Testing Upper Arlington36,566Infectious Disease Testing Marion36,053Infectious Disease Testing Gahanna35,626Infectious Disease Testing Hilliard35,530Infectious Disease Testing Brunswick35,272Infectious Disease Testing North Ridgeville34,883Infectious Disease Testing Stow34,556Infectious Disease Testing Fairborn34,398Infectious Disease Testing Mason34,337Infectious Disease Testing Westlake34,049Infectious Disease Testing North Olmsted32,371Infectious Disease Testing Massillon32,199Infectious Disease Testing North Royalton31,150Infectious Disease Testing Bowling Green30,715Infectious Disease Testing Austintown30,179Infectious Disease Testing Garfield Heights29,585Infectious Disease Testing Shaker Heights29,197Infectious Disease Testing Kent27,912Infectious Disease Testing Green27,267Infectious Disease Testing Wooster26,753Infectious Disease Testing Troy26,093Infectious Disease Testing Medina26,011Infectious Disease Testing Xenia25,411Infectious Disease Testing Barberton25,309Infectious Disease Testing Sandusky25,066Infectious Disease Testing