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Infectious Disease Testing in Washington

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 Washington communities

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

Seattle3,438,221Infectious Disease Testing Spokane440,270Infectious Disease Testing Kennewick241,230Infectious Disease Testing Bremerton219,538Infectious Disease Testing Tacoma217,332Infectious Disease Testing Olympia200,836Infectious Disease Testing Vancouver188,331Infectious Disease Testing Marysville164,655Infectious Disease Testing Bellevue149,365Infectious Disease Testing Kent134,890Infectious Disease Testing Yakima130,440Infectious Disease Testing Bellingham129,601Infectious Disease Testing Everett110,438Infectious Disease Testing Renton105,313Infectious Disease Testing Spokane Valley102,178Infectious Disease Testing Federal Way99,792Infectious Disease Testing Kirkland91,656Infectious Disease Testing Auburn85,306Infectious Disease Testing Pasco76,398Infectious Disease Testing Redmond72,166Infectious Disease Testing Wenatchee71,119Infectious Disease Testing Longview67,958Infectious Disease Testing Mount Vernon67,767Infectious Disease Testing South Hill66,713Infectious Disease Testing Sammamish66,532Infectious Disease Testing Lakewood62,972Infectious Disease Testing Richland59,718Infectious Disease Testing Shoreline58,213Infectious Disease Testing Lacey52,572Infectious Disease Testing Burien51,646Infectious Disease Testing Bothell47,355Infectious Disease Testing Edmonds42,622Infectious Disease Testing Puyallup42,366Infectious Disease Testing Issaquah39,057Infectious Disease Testing Lynnwood38,812Infectious Disease Testing Parkland38,092Infectious Disease Testing Lake Stevens35,135Infectious Disease Testing Spanaway34,670Infectious Disease Testing University Place34,565Infectious Disease Testing Walla Walla33,765Infectious Disease Testing Graham33,727Infectious Disease Testing Pullman32,968Infectious Disease Testing Des Moines32,631Infectious Disease Testing SeaTac30,867Infectious Disease Testing Orchards28,371Infectious Disease Testing Maple Valley27,643Infectious Disease Testing Camas25,774Infectious Disease Testing Mill Creek East25,528Infectious Disease Testing Mercer Island25,506Infectious Disease Testing Tumwater24,855Infectious Disease Testing Moses Lake24,764Infectious Disease Testing North Lynnwood24,562Infectious Disease Testing Bainbridge Island24,557Infectious Disease Testing Oak Harbor24,267Infectious Disease Testing Kenmore23,556Infectious Disease Testing Eastmont23,088Infectious Disease Testing Union Hill-Novelty Hill23,060Infectious Disease Testing Cottage Lake22,779Infectious Disease Testing Martha Lake22,251Infectious Disease Testing Bonney Lake22,229Infectious Disease Testing