New England · Infectious Disease Testing

Infectious Disease Testing in Connecticut

Infectious Disease Testing can be ordered without a referral, and this guide covers what to expect. This test helps identify the presence of various infectious agents. It can be ordered directly without a doctor's referral or insurance.

Typical turnaround1-3 business days
Price range$109
PreparationFollow the lab's instructions.
Sample typeBlood draw at a collection lab
ReferralNo referral required

What this test is

Infectious disease testing looks for specific viruses, bacteria, or other pathogens that can cause illness. These tests are designed to detect if your body has been exposed to or is currently fighting a particular infection.

What it measures

  • HIV — detects antibodies or antigens related to Human Immunodeficiency Virus
  • Zika Virus — detects antibodies or genetic material related to the Zika virus

What the test involves

A sample is collected for this test, typically through a standard blood draw or a urine sample. The specific method will depend on the type of infectious agent being tested for.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order infectious disease tests when a patient presents with symptoms suggestive of an infection. These tests can also be used to screen for certain infections in specific situations.

Preparation

Please follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your sample collected. Some tests may require fasting or avoiding certain foods or medications.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported within a few business days and will indicate whether the tested markers are detected or not detected. Reference ranges, which define what is considered normal, can vary between different laboratories.

Before you go

  • Specific test availability
  • Sample collection requirements
  • Result reporting time

Cities

Infectious Disease Testing in Connecticut communities

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

Bridgeport975,078Infectious Disease TestingHartford907,046Infectious Disease TestingNew Haven587,648Infectious Disease TestingNorwich201,726Infectious Disease TestingWaterbury199,552Infectious Disease TestingDanbury177,722Infectious Disease TestingStamford134,820Infectious Disease TestingNorwalk90,821Infectious Disease TestingNew Britain74,022Infectious Disease TestingMeriden60,790Infectious Disease TestingBristol60,733Infectious Disease TestingWest Haven55,518Infectious Disease TestingMilford city 50,694Infectious Disease TestingMiddletown47,164Infectious Disease TestingShelton40,944Infectious Disease TestingTorrington35,447Infectious Disease TestingNaugatuck31,586Infectious Disease TestingNew London27,585Infectious Disease TestingWallingford Center19,211Infectious Disease TestingAnsonia18,945Infectious Disease TestingWillimantic18,150Infectious Disease TestingStorrs16,784Infectious Disease TestingDerby12,387Infectious Disease TestingTrumbull Center10,468Infectious Disease TestingKensington9,626Infectious Disease TestingOakville9,507Infectious Disease TestingConning Towers Nautilus Park9,479Infectious Disease TestingSandy Hook9,406Infectious Disease TestingRiverside9,133Infectious Disease TestingLong Hill8,307Infectious Disease TestingGlastonbury Center8,187Infectious Disease TestingThompsonville8,134Infectious Disease TestingSouthwood Acres7,875Infectious Disease TestingRockville7,612Infectious Disease TestingNew Canaan7,399Infectious Disease TestingStaples7,125Infectious Disease TestingCos Cob7,089Infectious Disease TestingOld Greenwich6,929Infectious Disease TestingWinsted6,662Infectious Disease TestingNorthford6,117Infectious Disease TestingSimsbury Center6,072Infectious Disease TestingHazardville6,070Infectious Disease TestingCheshire Village6,006Infectious Disease TestingBranford Center5,934Infectious Disease TestingDaniels Farm5,764Infectious Disease TestingSherwood Manor5,710Infectious Disease TestingNoroton5,682Infectious Disease TestingPawcatuck5,383Infectious Disease TestingLake Pocotopaug5,124Infectious Disease TestingTerryville5,110Infectious Disease TestingByram4,994Infectious Disease TestingLong Hill4,645Infectious Disease TestingQuinnipiac University4,614Infectious Disease TestingStafford Springs4,611Infectious Disease TestingMystic4,354Infectious Disease TestingEast Village4,250Infectious Disease TestingHeritage Village4,232Infectious Disease TestingDanielson4,146Infectious Disease TestingBroad Brook4,145Infectious Disease TestingOronoque3,790Infectious Disease Testing