Quest Diagnostics STD Screening Test Panel — Expanded
Type
Blood Testing
Biomarkers
8
Duration
30 min
Results
3 days
Comprehensive STD and STI screening test for seven common infections.
This test screens for chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, hepatitis C, trichomoniasis, syphilis, HIV-1, and HIV-2. It's important for sexually active individuals to get tested regularly to maintain sexual health. Abnormal results may trigger a call from a healthcare coordinator, and treatment options are available through an independent physician included with the purchase. Early detection and treatment are crucial for preventing complications.
Key Details
- Infections Screened
- 4–10 (varies by panel)
- Fasting Required
- No
- Sample Type
- Blood draw (urine for some infections)
- Turnaround
- 1–5 business days
- Confidential
- Yes, results are private
Who Is This For?
Anyone who is sexually active and hasn't been tested recently. People starting a new relationship who want to know their status. Individuals who have had unprotected sex or multiple partners. Anyone experiencing symptoms like unusual discharge, sores, or painful urination. Routine screening as recommended by health guidelines (annually for sexually active adults).
What's Included
Preparation Required
No fasting required. For the most accurate HIV results, test at least 2–4 weeks after potential exposure (window period varies by test type). Urine-based tests for chlamydia/gonorrhea require not urinating for at least 1 hour before sample collection.
Biomarkers Tested
8Chlamydia is a very common sexually transmissible infection. If left untreated, chlamydia can cause pelvic inflammatory disease in women, which can lead to chronic pain and infertility.
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Untreated gonorrhea can lead to long-term health concerns and, in some cases, infertility.
Syphilis IgG/IgM; results are POSITIVE or NEGATIVE
Human immunodeficiency viruses; may be asymptomatic; detected via blood test.
Immunoglobulin E (IgE) is a protein associated with allergic reactions that is normally found in very small amounts in the blood. IgE functions as part of the body's immune system (its defence against 'intruders').
Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection that may cause a yellowy green, ‘frothy’ discharge that is often accompanied by an unpleasant odour and vaginal or vulval itching.
Detects HIV-1 and HIV-2 antibodies and/or p24 antigen. Fourth-generation tests can detect infection as early as 2–4 weeks after exposure. Early detection enables treatment that can achieve viral suppression and prevent transmission.
Detects antibodies to hepatitis C virus, indicating current or past infection. A positive result requires confirmatory RNA testing. Hepatitis C is now curable with direct-acting antiviral medications in most patients.
10% off for first-time purchases; additional physician service fee of $6.00
- Category
- Diagnostic
- Sample Type
- Blood draw
- Duration
- 30 min
- Results
- 3 days