Midwest · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin communities

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

Milwaukee1,340,981Infectious Disease Testing Madison461,778Infectious Disease Testing Green Bay219,472Infectious Disease Testing Appleton218,448Infectious Disease Testing Racine135,352Infectious Disease Testing Kenosha123,061Infectious Disease Testing Eau Claire103,586Infectious Disease Testing La Crosse99,227Infectious Disease Testing Wausau76,016Infectious Disease Testing Oshkosh74,737Infectious Disease Testing Janesville71,907Infectious Disease Testing Waukesha71,307Infectious Disease Testing Sheboygan70,234Infectious Disease Testing West Bend69,672Infectious Disease Testing West Allis60,220Infectious Disease Testing Wauwatosa48,072Infectious Disease Testing Fond du Lac44,412Infectious Disease Testing Brookfield41,020Infectious Disease Testing New Berlin40,289Infectious Disease Testing Menomonee Falls38,219Infectious Disease Testing Greenfield37,623Infectious Disease Testing Franklin36,685Infectious Disease Testing Beloit36,567Infectious Disease Testing Oak Creek36,266Infectious Disease Testing Sun Prairie35,528Infectious Disease Testing Manitowoc34,267Infectious Disease Testing Fitchburg29,361Infectious Disease Testing Mount Pleasant27,572Infectious Disease Testing Neenah27,194Infectious Disease Testing Superior26,601Infectious Disease Testing Stevens Point25,752Infectious Disease Testing Caledonia25,288Infectious Disease Testing De Pere25,216Infectious Disease Testing Muskego24,991Infectious Disease Testing Mequon24,814Infectious Disease Testing Watertown23,030Infectious Disease Testing Middleton21,634Infectious Disease Testing Pleasant Prairie21,193Infectious Disease Testing South Milwaukee20,785Infectious Disease Testing Germantown20,780Infectious Disease Testing Howard19,828Infectious Disease Testing Fox Crossing18,907Infectious Disease Testing Onalaska18,760Infectious Disease Testing Wisconsin Rapids18,711Infectious Disease Testing Marshfield18,668Infectious Disease Testing Cudahy18,197Infectious Disease Testing Menasha18,157Infectious Disease Testing Oconomowoc17,969Infectious Disease Testing Ashwaubenon17,042Infectious Disease Testing Kaukauna16,929Infectious Disease Testing Menomonie16,721Infectious Disease Testing Beaver Dam16,594Infectious Disease Testing River Falls16,058Infectious Disease Testing Bellevue15,922Infectious Disease Testing Weston15,609Infectious Disease Testing Hartford15,526Infectious Disease Testing Whitefish Bay14,818Infectious Disease Testing Greendale14,735Infectious Disease Testing Waunakee14,679Infectious Disease Testing Salem Lakes14,630Infectious Disease Testing