Lab test

Bacterial STD Test Panel

This urine panel screens for four bacterial sexually transmitted infections: chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis.

Typical price

From $109

Results

1-3 business days

Preparation

See preparation notes below

Sample

Blood draw or sample collection at a local center

This urine panel screens for four bacterial sexually transmitted infections: chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis. It uses laboratory methods to detect the organisms responsible, allowing several common infections to be assessed from a single sample. Because these infections can be present without symptoms, the panel is a useful screening tool after potential exposure or as part of routine sexual health care.

• Chlamydia trachomatis The bacterium that causes chlamydia.
• Neisseria gonorrhoeae The bacterium that causes gonorrhea.
• Treponema pallidum The bacterium that causes syphilis.
• Trichomonas vaginalis The parasite that causes trichomoniasis.

• You have symptoms or possible exposure to a bacterial STI.
• You are due for routine sexual health screening.
• A partner has been diagnosed with one of these infections.
• You want several common bacterial STIs assessed at once.

• No fasting is required for this urine panel.
• Provide a first-catch urine sample if instructed, following the collection directions.
• Avoid urinating shortly before collection when asked, to keep the sample adequate.
• Tell the clinician about any antibiotics taken recently, which may affect detection.

A negative result means the tested organisms were not detected in the sample. A positive result identifies one or more of the infections and may require clinical evaluation, treatment, and partner notification. Timing after exposure can affect detection, so a negative result does not always exclude infection. All four conditions can be managed with appropriate medical care. Discuss results with a healthcare provider.

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