STD Testing in Tacoma, Washington
Get fast and confidential STD Testing in Tacoma, Washington. Priority STD Testing offers accurate results with same-day appointments available.
Find A Lab Near Tacoma, WAWhy STD Testing is Important in Tacoma, Washington
We’ll never do anything to compromise your confidence or your expectation of confidentiality in all areas of the testing process. With our service, scheduled appointments are not required and a typical checkup will rarely exceed thirty minutes. Our tests are FDA-approved and all testing is carried out in CLIA-certified laboratories, so you can be assured knowing that your results are accurate and clear. At each of our Tacoma STD testing centers, your visit will be administered quickly and respectfully.
Reviewed on 06/12/2020
Find a Lab in Tacoma, WASTD Incidence Rates in Washington
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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 Tacoma, Washington
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 Tacoma, WA
FAQs
How do I know what type of test I should take?
If at any point you need assistance, call us at 1-888-211-2365 and one of our care counselors will assist you with any questions you may have regarding your testing options. We offer both customized tests and comprehensive panels to fit your testing needs.
My results are negative but I still have symptoms. What should I do?
If your results come back negative, but you are still experiencing symptoms, you should see a doctor or call our care counselors. With the help of a health care physician, the underlying cause of such symptoms can be discovered and proper treatment can be established.
Do I need to fast before getting tested?
No fasting is required for any type of test we offer. If you are testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, or trichomoniasis, please ensure that you have not urinated for at least one hour prior to visiting the testing center.
My partner is positive, but I tested negative. How is this possible?
It is possible that couples testing can result in one partner receiving a positive result and the other a negative result. This can be due to low exposure to the STD/STI or the incubation period unique to each. The incubation period is the time frame between exposure and symptoms when the bacteria or virus is undetectable by lab tests. Due to this, it is important to be mindful of the incubation period of the particular illness which you are testing for and when to schedule your test. This will achieve the most accurate results.
Men and women also have different levels of risk for transmission--depending on the illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), women are more at risk for contracting an STD in general. This is due to the thinner membrane and moist environment of the vagina, making it easier to breed infection. Meanwhile, the penis does not have such delicate membranes. However, over 80% of all the newly reported HIV cases within the US in 2017 were among men. This statistic is even higher for HIV cases that were transmitted via male-to-male sexual contact. For this reason, keeping the risks for your demographic in mind is a great way to remain proactive about sexual health.
Some physicians may prescribe the medication for the ailment, despite negative test results. They may also recommend later testing to avoid the incubation period. This is especially true for infections such as chlamydia or gonorrhea that are easily treated but have serious consequences if ignored. For example, chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most common root-causes of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can cause multiple complications including infertility and chronic pelvic pain.
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