STD Testing in Costa Mesa, California

The cost of STD testing in Costa Mesa will depend on the specific tests you choose to include in your panel. Here is a breakdown of the individual test costs:

- Chlamydia: $89
- Gonorrhea: $89
- Hepatitis B: $59
- Hepatitis C: $59
- Herpes I/II: $99
- HIV 1/2: $79
- Syphilis: $69
- Trichomoniasis: $109
- HIV RNA Early Detection: $169

If you opt for one of the panel options, here are the costs:

- Twin STD Panel (Chlamydia and Gonorrhea): $119
- 10-Panel STD Test (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Herpes I/II, HIV 1/2, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, HIV RNA Early Detection): $198

You can customize your testing panel based on your specific needs and concerns. Feel free to reach out to Priority STD Testing at 1-888-211-2365 for more information or to schedule an appointment for STD testing in Costa Mesa.

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.

It is possible that couples testing can result in one partner receiving a positive result and the other a negative result. This can be due to low exposure to the STD/STI or the incubation period unique to each. The incubation period is the time frame between exposure and symptoms when the bacteria or virus is undetectable by lab tests. Due to this, it is important to be mindful of the incubation period of the particular illness which you are testing for and when to schedule your test. This will achieve the most accurate results. 

Men and women also have different levels of risk for transmission--depending on the illness. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), women are more at risk for contracting an STD in general. This is due to the thinner membrane and moist environment of the vagina, making it easier to breed infection. Meanwhile, the penis does not have such delicate membranes. However, over 80% of all the newly reported HIV cases within the US in 2017 were among men. This statistic is even higher for HIV cases that were transmitted via male-to-male sexual contact. For this reason, keeping the risks for your demographic in mind is a great way to remain proactive about sexual health.  

Some physicians may prescribe the medication for the ailment, despite negative test results. They may also recommend later testing to avoid the incubation period. This is especially true for infections such as chlamydia or gonorrhea that are easily treated but have serious consequences if ignored. For example, chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most common root-causes of pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID can cause multiple complications including infertility and chronic pelvic pain. 

You can get tested for STDs in Costa Mesa at Priority STD Testing, which offers convenient and confidential testing services. Simply visit our website or call our toll-free number to purchase your lab order online. You can then visit one of our local collection facilities in Costa Mesa to provide a urine and blood sample for testing. Walk-ins are welcome, and same-day testing is available without an appointment. Our testing process is discreet, secure, and HIPAA compliant, ensuring your privacy throughout the entire testing process.

In Costa Mesa, you have several options for STD testing, including individual tests and panel options. Here are the available STD tests:

Individual Tests:
- Chlamydia: $89
- Gonorrhea: $89
- Hepatitis B: $59
- Hepatitis C: $59
- Herpes I/II: $99
- HIV 1/2: $79
- Syphilis: $69
- Trichomoniasis: $109
- HIV RNA Early Detection: $169

Panel Options:
- Twin STD Panel (Chlamydia and Gonorrhea): $119
- 10-Panel STD Test (Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Herpes I/II, HIV 1/2, Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, HIV RNA Early Detection): $198

You can choose individual tests or combine them into a panel based on your specific needs. If you are unsure which tests to take, you can consult with a healthcare provider or call Priority STD Testing at 1-888-211-2365 for guidance on selecting the right STD tests for you.

To schedule an STD test appointment in Costa Mesa over the phone, you can call Priority STD Testing at 1-888-211-2365. Our friendly and knowledgeable team members will assist you in purchasing your lab order and scheduling an appointment at a convenient testing location in Costa Mesa. We offer same-day testing without the need for an appointment, so you can visit the testing facility at your convenience. Rest assured that your information will be kept confidential and secure throughout the testing process. Don't hesitate to reach out to us for any questions or concerns you may have about STD testing in Costa Mesa.