Most Comprehensive STD Blood Test Panel in Wyoming

What this test is

This panel is designed to detect the presence of various infections that are commonly transmitted sexually. It offers a broad screening approach to identify multiple STIs from a single blood sample.

What it measures

• HIV RNA — detects the presence of HIV genetic material
• Trichomoniasis — detects infection with the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis
• Hepatitis B Surface Antigen — indicates current Hepatitis B infection
• Hepatitis B Core Antibody (IgM) — indicates recent Hepatitis B infection
• Hepatitis C Antibody — indicates exposure to Hepatitis C virus
• Herpes Simplex Virus 1 (HSV-1) IgG Antibody — indicates past exposure to HSV-1
• Herpes Simplex Virus 2 (HSV-2) IgG Antibody — indicates past exposure to HSV-2
• Syphilis (TPAB) — detects antibodies to the bacteria that causes syphilis

What the test involves

This test requires a standard blood draw. A healthcare professional will collect a small sample of your blood, typically from a vein in your arm.

Why it is often ordered

Clinicians often order this panel to screen for a wide range of potential STIs, especially when a person has symptoms or has been exposed to an infection. It can help identify infections that may not show obvious symptoms.

Preparation

Please follow the specific preparation instructions provided by the laboratory where you will have your blood drawn. Some tests may require fasting, while others do not.

How results are reported

Your results will indicate whether each tested STI was detected or not detected. Reference ranges, which help interpret results, can vary between laboratories.

Before you go

• Fasting requirements
• Specimen collection site hours
• Result reporting time