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Infectious Disease Testing in Florida

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
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Cities

Infectious Disease Testing in Florida communities

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

Miami5,711,945Infectious Disease Testing Tampa2,683,956Infectious Disease Testing Orlando1,927,699Infectious Disease Testing Jacksonville1,220,191Infectious Disease Testing Sarasota727,388Infectious Disease Testing Cape Coral682,773Infectious Disease Testing Palm Bay528,322Infectious Disease Testing Port St. Lucie468,979Infectious Disease Testing Palm Coast403,834Infectious Disease Testing Kissimmee399,929Infectious Disease Testing Pensacola360,711Infectious Disease Testing Bonita Springs347,581Infectious Disease Testing Lakeland308,994Infectious Disease Testing St. Petersburg258,245Infectious Disease Testing Tallahassee257,648Infectious Disease Testing Winter Haven240,768Infectious Disease Testing Hialeah224,362Infectious Disease Testing Navarre223,951Infectious Disease Testing North Port221,616Infectious Disease Testing Gainesville213,287Infectious Disease Testing Deltona212,616Infectious Disease Testing Fort Lauderdale182,247Infectious Disease Testing Spring Hill179,668Infectious Disease Testing Vero Beach South174,748Infectious Disease Testing Ocala174,618Infectious Disease Testing Pembroke Pines170,346Infectious Disease Testing Leesburg154,301Infectious Disease Testing Hollywood152,597Infectious Disease Testing Panama City149,366Infectious Disease Testing Miramar134,306Infectious Disease Testing Coral Springs133,693Infectious Disease Testing Lehigh Acres123,751Infectious Disease Testing The Villages119,296Infectious Disease Testing Clearwater116,616Infectious Disease Testing West Palm Beach115,877Infectious Disease Testing Brandon115,330Infectious Disease Testing Miami Gardens111,706Infectious Disease Testing Pompano Beach111,423Infectious Disease Testing Davie104,782Infectious Disease Testing Riverview98,928Infectious Disease Testing Sunrise96,220Infectious Disease Testing Boca Raton95,347Infectious Disease Testing Plantation92,212Infectious Disease Testing Alafaya92,080Infectious Disease Testing Town 'n' Country89,679Infectious Disease Testing Homosassa Springs86,578Infectious Disease Testing Deerfield Beach86,062Infectious Disease Testing Fort Myers84,694Infectious Disease Testing Pine Hills84,289Infectious Disease Testing Melbourne83,500Infectious Disease Testing Miami Beach83,469Infectious Disease Testing Largo82,505Infectious Disease Testing Zephyrhills79,795Infectious Disease Testing Boynton Beach79,479Infectious Disease Testing Homestead78,885Infectious Disease Testing St. Augustine78,386Infectious Disease Testing Kendall78,007Infectious Disease Testing Lauderhill73,935Infectious Disease Testing Doral73,126Infectious Disease Testing Tamarac71,140Infectious Disease Testing