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Infectious Disease Testing in Virginia

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 Virginia communities

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

Virginia Beach1,500,764Infectious Disease Testing Richmond1,008,069Infectious Disease Testing Chesapeake247,172Infectious Disease Testing Norfolk238,556Infectious Disease Testing Arlington235,764Infectious Disease Testing Roanoke215,781Infectious Disease Testing Newport News185,069Infectious Disease Testing Alexandria158,185Infectious Disease Testing Fredericksburg155,414Infectious Disease Testing Hampton136,748Infectious Disease Testing Lynchburg120,877Infectious Disease Testing Charlottesville102,164Infectious Disease Testing Portsmouth97,454Infectious Disease Testing Blacksburg94,398Infectious Disease Testing Suffolk93,268Infectious Disease Testing Williamsburg83,021Infectious Disease Testing Harrisonburg74,901Infectious Disease Testing Winchester74,593Infectious Disease Testing Dale City73,716Infectious Disease Testing Centreville73,064Infectious Disease Testing Reston62,453Infectious Disease Testing McLean49,310Infectious Disease Testing Leesburg48,223Infectious Disease Testing Tuckahoe48,187Infectious Disease Testing Ashburn44,950Infectious Disease Testing Lake Ridge44,697Infectious Disease Testing Burke44,191Infectious Disease Testing Woodbridge42,734Infectious Disease Testing Manassas42,596Infectious Disease Testing Danville42,556Infectious Disease Testing Linton Hall42,089Infectious Disease Testing Annandale41,869Infectious Disease Testing Mechanicsville37,767Infectious Disease Testing Oakton36,675Infectious Disease Testing Fair Oaks34,437Infectious Disease Testing South Riding33,828Infectious Disease Testing Petersburg33,229Infectious Disease Testing Springfield31,769Infectious Disease Testing Sterling31,202Infectious Disease Testing West Falls Church31,023Infectious Disease Testing Short Pump27,332Infectious Disease Testing Tysons26,171Infectious Disease Testing Staunton25,358Infectious Disease Testing Salem25,335Infectious Disease Testing Cave Spring25,248Infectious Disease Testing Herndon24,574Infectious Disease Testing Bailey's Crossroads24,501Infectious Disease Testing Fairfax23,980Infectious Disease Testing Chantilly23,564Infectious Disease Testing West Springfield23,562Infectious Disease Testing Christiansburg23,174Infectious Disease Testing Hopewell23,020Infectious Disease Testing Woodlawn22,590Infectious Disease Testing Chester22,512Infectious Disease Testing Waynesboro22,149Infectious Disease Testing Cherry Hill22,118Infectious Disease Testing Brambleton21,986Infectious Disease Testing Montclair21,961Infectious Disease Testing Rose Hill21,466Infectious Disease Testing Lorton21,394Infectious Disease Testing