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Infectious Disease Testing in South 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 South Carolina communities

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

Charleston685,517Infectious Disease Testing Columbia640,502Infectious Disease Testing Greenville450,487Infectious Disease Testing Myrtle Beach281,180Infectious Disease Testing Spartanburg216,021Infectious Disease Testing Mauldin149,687Infectious Disease Testing Rock Hill115,292Infectious Disease Testing North Charleston114,542Infectious Disease Testing Mount Pleasant88,900Infectious Disease Testing Florence88,709Infectious Disease Testing Anderson80,657Infectious Disease Testing Sumter77,626Infectious Disease Testing Hilton Head Island74,248Infectious Disease Testing Summerville50,318Infectious Disease Testing Goose Creek44,502Infectious Disease Testing Greer35,151Infectious Disease Testing Aiken31,516Infectious Disease Testing Bluffton27,596Infectious Disease Testing Socastee24,657Infectious Disease Testing Carolina Forest24,642Infectious Disease Testing Fort Mill24,069Infectious Disease Testing North Augusta24,013Infectious Disease Testing Taylors23,348Infectious Disease Testing Simpsonville23,190Infectious Disease Testing Lexington23,068Infectious Disease Testing Easley22,643Infectious Disease Testing Greenwood22,363Infectious Disease Testing Conway22,001Infectious Disease Testing St. Andrews21,383Infectious Disease Testing Wade Hampton20,879Infectious Disease Testing Hanahan20,381Infectious Disease Testing Five Forks19,158Infectious Disease Testing North Myrtle Beach18,502Infectious Disease Testing West Columbia17,265Infectious Disease Testing Clemson17,238Infectious Disease Testing Red Hill16,060Infectious Disease Testing Berea15,892Infectious Disease Testing Seven Oaks15,561Infectious Disease Testing Dentsville15,245Infectious Disease Testing Gantt14,790Infectious Disease Testing Ladson14,711Infectious Disease Testing Cayce13,637Infectious Disease Testing Lake Wylie13,560Infectious Disease Testing Parker13,019Infectious Disease Testing Beaufort12,899Infectious Disease Testing Orangeburg12,779Infectious Disease Testing Port Royal12,734Infectious Disease Testing Moncks Corner12,685Infectious Disease Testing Gaffney12,560Infectious Disease Testing Tega Cay12,336Infectious Disease Testing Oak Grove11,803Infectious Disease Testing James Island11,618Infectious Disease Testing Irmo11,581Infectious Disease Testing Forest Acres10,621Infectious Disease Testing Garden City10,600Infectious Disease Testing Boiling Springs10,591Infectious Disease Testing Newberry10,496Infectious Disease Testing Fountain Inn10,237Infectious Disease Testing Red Bank10,070Infectious Disease Testing Little River9,929Infectious Disease Testing