STD Testing in Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Get fast and confidential STD Testing in Pottstown, Pennsylvania. Priority STD Testing offers accurate results with same-day appointments available.
Find A Lab Near Pottstown, PAWhy STD Testing is Important in Pottstown, Pennsylvania
At every one of our Pottstown STD testing facilities, we pride ourselves on creating a stress-free and professional environment for our patients. Due to the fact that we would never ask or expect you to wait on us, appointments are not necessary at any of our Pottstown STD testing facilities. Unlike a free clinic, you will never be singled out for getting tested or be required to wait weeks to be seen. Our process is fast and non-invasive using only FDA-approved testing carried out in CLIA certified labs, so you can be confident knowing that your results are both clear-cut and definitive.
Reviewed on 06/11/2020
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STD Incidence Rates in Pennsylvania
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*Data collected from the 2022 CDC Surveillance Report
Our Testing is:
- Confidential
- Lightning Fast
- Secure
- FDA Approved
- Convenient
- HIPAA Compliant
Our testing process is simple and hassle-free. Here's how it works in Pottstown, Pennsylvania
ORDER
Purchase your lab order privately online or over the phone. The process is simple, quick, and secure. Our care counselors are available to answer any questions you may have or help schedule testing.
VISIT
Get tested same day at any of our 4,000 private locations, no appointment is needed after ordering. Our collection facilities are discreet, no other patients will know the reason for your visit.
RESULTS
Our test results are lightning fast and typically process in just 24-72 hours. You can access your results online through a secure patient login, or by calling one of our care counselors. Treatment options are available as well.
Why Choose Priority STD Testing in Pottstown, PA
FAQs
Is a swab required for testing?
Patients frequently ask if swabs are required for testing. Swab testing is not only uncomfortable, but also can be embarrassing. Our tests do not require a swab or any other type of visual examination. All that is needed is a simple urine and blood sample.
What does “sensitivity” mean? What does “specificity” mean?
Sensitivity and specificity are different and complementary measures to inform doctors and patients about the accuracy of a test. A good test has both high sensitivity and high specificity.
Sensitivity is a measure of how well a test is able to detect people who are infected (positive cases). If a person has an infection, a test with 100% sensitivity can accurately detect it wit ha positive result.
Specificity is a measure of how well a test can detect people who are NOT infected (negative cases). If a person does not have an infection, a test with 100% specificity can accurately detect it with a negative result.
How accurate are my test results?
All of the tests we offer are FDA approved and performed in CLIA certified labs to ensure the highest level of accuracy. Some STDs require that you wait a period of time after sexual contact before getting tested. Each disease has a different latency period, so understanding when to test is important. If you have questions, our care counselors are happy to walk you through the process, start to finish.
When should I get tested again?
The frequency with which people should get tested depends on your sexual activity and the specific STD/STI. As recommended by the CDC, HIV testing is recommended at least once for people between the ages of 13 and 64. Women should be tested every year for chlamydia and gonorrhea if they are 25 years old or younger and should continue testing if they have new, multiple or high-risk sexual partners. The CDC recommends specific testing for pregnant women and sexually active gay or bisexual men such as HIV and syphilis testing. Finally, HIV tested should be a yearly priority for individuals who use unsafe or shared needles.
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