Gonorrhea tests are used to identify the STD of the same name. They are usually performed at a healthcare clinic or at a healthcare provider’s facility, although there are some at-home options available. However, this process of scheduling usually involves calling and verbally asking for a gonorrhea test, and undergoing uncomfortable testing methods.
At Priority STD Testing, you can get tested for gonorrhea comfortably and discreetly. When you schedule your test through Priority STD, you’ll enjoy the privacy of scheduling online and non-invasive tests. No painful swabbing! Just a quick and simple urine test.
ORDER
Purchase your lab order privately online or over the phone. The process is simple, quick, and secure. Our care counselors are available to answer any questions you may have or help schedule testing.
VISIT
Get tested same day at any of our 4,000 private locations, no appointment is needed after ordering. Our collection facilities are discreet, no other patients will know the reason for your visit.
RESULTS
Our test results are lightning fast and typically process in just 24-72 hours. You can access your results online through a secure patient login, or by calling one of our care counselors. Treatment options are available as well.
The easiest way to order gonorrhea testing.
How Gonorrhea Testing Works
A gonorrhea test usually consists of a urine test, but in some cases could require swabbing of the urethra in men and the cervix in women to confirm the presence of the infection.1
We know that you’re already uncomfortable enough, which is why all of our STD tests are non-invasive. Just a simple urine test is required!
Once your test is performed, you’ll receive test results in just 24-72 hours. If you test positive, you are provided with all of the information and support resources you need to start treatment.
Why Order Gonorrhea Testing
With over 600,000 cases reported every year,2 gonorrhea is the 2nd most common STD, especially if you’re between 15-25 years of age. Women are slightly more likely to contract the infection, but both men and women are susceptible.
Gonorrhea can be present in multiple parts of the body due to how infectious it is. It can be spread through vaginal, oral and anal sex and can be present in the vagina, penis, eyes, throat, and mouth.
A gonorrhea infection doesn’t always show symptoms but can lead to a plethora of other life-threatening medical conditions,2 such as pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) or infertility if left untreated. A test is the only way to determine if you are infected.
When to Get Tested
Sexually active men and women under 25 years of age should get tested for gonorrhea every year.
If you’re concerned you’ve been infected, it is recommended to wait 4 days after you suspect you’ve contracted the infection. Abstaining from any sexual activity in the meantime is recommended before getting a gonorrhea test. If you’re pregnant, it’s a good idea to get tested for gonorrhea within your first and third trimesters.
Gonorrhea Treatment
Luckily, gonorrhea is curable! A round of antibiotics usually does the trick to clear the infection up, letting you get back to your life.
That being said, it’s critical that you finish the full antibiotic treatment to avoid reinfection or to develop a drug-resistant strain of gonorrhea that does not respond to treatment.3 It’s just as important to abstain from sexual activity during treatment to avoid spreading the infection further. At Priority STD, we offer hassle-free gonorrhea treatment. For $65 we will provide a prescription for treatment that can be picked up at a pharmacy near you.
Although gonorrhea is treatable, a possible diagnosis can be scary. This is why Priority STD makes it simple for you to get tested without the hurdles.
Using our easy-to-use online schedule platform, set up a test at a local private collection facility and get results within 72 hours. All that’s needed is a simple urine test—no swabbing required! After your test, we don’t leave you high and dry. Our care counselors are available at any time to give you the resources and support you need.
Is a swab required for testing?
Patients frequently ask if swabs are required for testing. Swab testing is not only uncomfortable, but also can be embarrassing. Our tests do not require a swab or any other type of visual examination. All that is needed is a simple urine and blood sample.
When should I get tested again?
The frequency with which people should get tested depends on your sexual activity and the specific STD/STI. As recommended by the CDC, HIV testing is recommended at least once for people between the ages of 13 and 64. Women should be tested every year for chlamydia and gonorrhea if they are 25 years old or younger and should continue testing if they have new, multiple or high-risk sexual partners. The CDC recommends specific testing for pregnant women and sexually active gay or bisexual men such as HIV and syphilis testing. Finally, HIV tested should be a yearly priority for individuals who use unsafe or shared needles.
How accurate are my test results?
All of the tests we offer are FDA approved and performed in CLIA certified labs to ensure the highest level of accuracy. Some STDs require that you wait a period of time after sexual contact before getting tested. Each disease has a different latency period, so understanding when to test is important. If you have questions, our care counselors are happy to walk you through the process, start to finish.
What does the value column mean?
The value column is used for STD tests that use a range of numerical values to describe whether the test is positive or negative. Range is shown with either the greater than [ > ] or less than [ < ] symbols. This number represents the level of reaction to the test which was recorded by the lab. [ < ] means that the value was the lowest reaction that the lab can measure. [ > ] means that the value was the highest the lab could measure. These types of tests will supply you with an index or key to depict what range of numbers is attributed to a negative, equivocal or positive test. The higher the reaction, the more likely the test will turn out to be positive. A value of < 0.90 would be considered negative, 0.90 to 1.09 is equivocal and any value larger than 1.09 is considered a positive result.
Sources
- Staff, Healthwise. 2021. “Gonorrhea Test”. Cham.Org. https://www.cham.org/HealthwiseArticle.aspx?id=hw4905.
- “Detailed STD Facts – Gonorrhea”. 2021. Cdc.Gov. https://www.cdc.gov/gonorrhea/about/.
- “Basic Information About ARG – STD Information From CDC”. 2021. Cdc.Gov. https://www.cdc.gov/gonorrhea/about/.