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Infectious Disease Testing in Texas

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 Texas communities

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

Dallas5,668,165Infectious Disease TestingHouston5,650,910Infectious Disease TestingSan Antonio1,910,785Infectious Disease TestingAustin1,659,251Infectious Disease TestingFort Worth908,469Infectious Disease TestingMcAllen809,002Infectious Disease TestingEl Paso794,344Infectious Disease TestingDenton445,814Infectious Disease TestingArlington392,304Infectious Disease TestingCorpus Christi333,764Infectious Disease TestingThe Woodlands292,380Infectious Disease TestingPlano282,181Infectious Disease TestingLubbock259,946Infectious Disease TestingLaredo256,748Infectious Disease TestingIrving254,184Infectious Disease TestingMcKinney248,840Infectious Disease TestingGarland245,075Infectious Disease TestingKilleen238,288Infectious Disease TestingBrownsville235,735Infectious Disease TestingCollege Station207,514Infectious Disease TestingAmarillo204,357Infectious Disease TestingGrand Prairie195,992Infectious Disease TestingFrisco193,140Infectious Disease TestingWaco187,172Infectious Disease TestingPort Arthur156,988Infectious Disease TestingPasadena151,964Infectious Disease TestingMesquite149,848Infectious Disease TestingHarlingen148,545Infectious Disease TestingTyler143,895Infectious Disease TestingBeaumont137,549Infectious Disease TestingOdessa134,793Infectious Disease TestingCarrollton131,388Infectious Disease TestingMidland130,765Infectious Disease TestingAbilene125,474Infectious Disease TestingPearland122,609Infectious Disease TestingTexas City122,017Infectious Disease TestingRound Rock117,735Infectious Disease TestingRichardson115,904Infectious Disease TestingTemple115,809Infectious Disease TestingLeague City111,847Infectious Disease TestingSugar Land110,272Infectious Disease TestingLewisville110,077Infectious Disease TestingAllen102,778Infectious Disease TestingWichita Falls102,563Infectious Disease TestingSan Angelo100,330Infectious Disease TestingEdinburg98,759Infectious Disease TestingLongview98,075Infectious Disease TestingConroe87,930Infectious Disease TestingNew Braunfels87,549Infectious Disease TestingMission85,311Infectious Disease TestingBryan85,204Infectious Disease TestingAtascocita84,222Infectious Disease TestingBaytown82,543Infectious Disease TestingTexarkana79,304Infectious Disease TestingPharr78,997Infectious Disease TestingFlower Mound75,050Infectious Disease TestingCedar Park74,741Infectious Disease TestingMissouri City73,682Infectious Disease TestingLake Jackson73,478Infectious Disease TestingMansfield71,375Infectious Disease Testing