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Infectious Disease Testing in Tennessee

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 Tennessee communities

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

Nashville1,098,486Infectious Disease Testing Memphis1,034,498Infectious Disease Testing Knoxville619,925Infectious Disease Testing Chattanooga403,233Infectious Disease Testing Clarksville198,689Infectious Disease Testing Murfreesboro181,450Infectious Disease Testing Johnson City131,902Infectious Disease Testing Kingsport98,767Infectious Disease Testing Franklin81,531Infectious Disease Testing Cleveland72,589Infectious Disease Testing Jackson71,983Infectious Disease Testing Bristol69,734Infectious Disease Testing Hendersonville60,628Infectious Disease Testing Bartlett57,639Infectious Disease Testing Smyrna52,401Infectious Disease Testing Collierville50,669Infectious Disease Testing Spring Hill48,403Infectious Disease Testing Brentwood44,354Infectious Disease Testing Gallatin43,306Infectious Disease Testing Columbia40,957Infectious Disease Testing Germantown40,955Infectious Disease Testing La Vergne38,127Infectious Disease Testing Mount Juliet38,059Infectious Disease Testing Lebanon37,471Infectious Disease Testing Cookeville34,068Infectious Disease Testing Maryville31,281Infectious Disease Testing Oak Ridge31,087Infectious Disease Testing Morristown30,387Infectious Disease Testing Farragut23,388Infectious Disease Testing Shelbyville23,005Infectious Disease Testing East Ridge21,967Infectious Disease Testing Tullahoma20,599Infectious Disease Testing Springfield18,561Infectious Disease Testing Sevierville18,038Infectious Disease Testing Goodlettsville17,522Infectious Disease Testing Dyersburg16,235Infectious Disease Testing Dickson15,855Infectious Disease Testing Seymour15,633Infectious Disease Testing Greeneville15,361Infectious Disease Testing Arlington14,158Infectious Disease Testing Elizabethton14,112Infectious Disease Testing Athens13,961Infectious Disease Testing Powell13,855Infectious Disease Testing McMinnville13,699Infectious Disease Testing Lakeland13,693Infectious Disease Testing Nolensville13,393Infectious Disease Testing Soddy-Daisy13,090Infectious Disease Testing Portland13,031Infectious Disease Testing White House12,820Infectious Disease Testing Lewisburg12,131Infectious Disease Testing Manchester11,956Infectious Disease Testing Crossville11,892Infectious Disease Testing Red Bank11,855Infectious Disease Testing Middle Valley11,569Infectious Disease Testing Hartsville11,463Infectious Disease Testing Lawrenceburg11,460Infectious Disease Testing Union City11,119Infectious Disease Testing Collegedale10,973Infectious Disease Testing Alcoa10,777Infectious Disease Testing Millington10,583Infectious Disease Testing