STDs are sexually transmitted diseases caused by microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, and parasites. They can lead to severe complications such as infertility if left untreated at an earlier stage. As the symptoms of STDs also do not show up in the early stage of infection, we highly recommend every sexually active person to get tested for STD screening at least once a year.
The article below covers all the important topics that are related to STD testing in Las Vegas, Nevada such as:
- STD Testing Cost in Las Vegas
- What are STDs?
- How are STDs Transmitted?
- Oral STD
- What are the most common STDs found in Las Vegas?
- What are the signs and symptoms of STDs?
- How to check for STDs?
- Is there any preparation required before the STD testing?
- Where to get tested for STDs?
- STD treatment
- Is STD curable?
- What are the methods to prevent STDs?
For our readers, who are very much interested in knowing the STD testing cost in Las Vegas, Nevada we would like to begin with that section.
How much does the STD testing cost in Las Vegas, NV?
STD testing cost ranges between $14 and $444 in different labs and facilities across Vegas. The cost of STD testing depends on various factors:
- Number of STD infections covered in testing
- The cost of the lab chosen for STD testing
- Home collection kit vs. going to the lab
- Consultation with the doctor afterward
We have chosen a good set of STD testing providers including those who offer home collection kit for testing. You may compare the providers on various parameters and get tested at your chosen one.
To know more about the individual STD testing cost, std panel test cost, tests included in the STD panel and to view and compare the prices offered by different providers in Las Vegas, Nevada. They cover other areas of Nevada as well.
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HealthLabs
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STD testing
STDs involve two stages of testing.
1. Screening tests: The screening tests are done to check the presence of microorganisms in the body that cause STDs. The test results may be positive or negative.
2. Diagnostic tests: If the screening test results are positive, further diagnostic tests will be performed to figure out the exact stage of infection.
STD testing cost in Vegas without insurance
Many health insurance policies in Vegas do not cover the cost of STD screening tests. But they might cover the cost of the additional diagnostic tests performed. However, the coverage offered by private health insurance companies and national health insurance programs like Medicare and Medicaid varies widely. So we recommend you to check the coverage of your health insurance plan before getting tested for STDs.
Our STD testing providers in Vegas, NV offer the screening tests for all the STDs. Even though our STD testing providers do not accept any kind of health insurance plan, they can provide you with an itemized receipt containing all the details like the name and code of the test, and CPT code that is necessary for insurance reimbursement purposes.
At-home STD Testing Panels in Las Vegas
You may also consider getting tested sitting in the comfort of your home. We have identified the most selling at-home STD kit panels of LetsGetChecked and listed them below with some details.
- 2 Panel STD at Home Test ($99) – Get tested for the two most common STDs sitting at home –– Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea. – Click to book
- 5 Panel STD at Home Test ($149) – Get 5 tests sitting at home –– HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Trichomoniasis – Click to book
- 8 Panel STD at Home Test ($249) – HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomoniasis, Mycoplasma Genitalium, Gardnerella, and Ureaplasma – Click to book
What are STDs and how are they transmitted?
STDs are Sexually Transmitted Diseases and sometimes referred to as Venereal diseases. STDs are bacteria, viruses, parasites, or yeast causing infections spread through sexual contact. These microorganisms grow in the genital areas as they are generally moist and warm.
They are transmitted either during vaginal, oral, or anal sex. STDs can also spread from the infected mother to the baby at birth. Hardly, STDs can pass on when you come into close contact with the moist objects like towels, wet clothing, or toilet seats of the infected person. There are more than 20 types of common STDs such as Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis, HIV, Trichomoniasis, and HPV that affect both men and women.
Can oral sex lead to STD?
Yes, oral sex can definitely lead to STDs. There is a myth that you can have oral sex to avoid STD. But the truth is that the microorganisms that cause STDs can enter the body through cuts in the mouth, anus, and genitals. Oral sex is nothing but providing sexual pleasure using the mouth and tongue. So, yes, oral sex can also lead to STD. Generally, STDs that are transmitted during oral sex are called oral STDs. Gonorrhea, herpes, and genital warts are the most common oral STDs.
What are the most common STDs found in Las Vegas, NV?
The following are the most common STDs reported every year in Vegas
1. Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis that affects both men and women. This infection may spread to the upper genital tract causing Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID) which can lead to infertility in women if left untreated at an early stage. The eye infection of the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis that spread through personal contact or flies is called Eye Chlamydia. Repeated infections can result in trachoma, a common cause of blindness. It can be cured with antibiotics if diagnosed at an early stage. Many people infected with Chlamydia are not symptomatic. However, some common symptoms of Chlamydia are
- Genital discharges
- Burning sensation during urination
- Frequent urination
- Pelvic and abdominal pain
2. Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea, also known as “The Clap” is one of the most common STDs found in Las Vegas and it is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It can occur with Chlamydia simultaneously. It may lead to some severe complications like infertility in both men and women. If left untreated, it may spread to joints and heart valves. The bacterium affects the throat causing sore throat called throat Gonorrhea. Antibiotic therapy is used to treat this infection at an initial stage. The common symptoms of Gonorrhea are
- Unusual genital discharges
- Lower abdominal pain
- Urge to frequent urinating
- Pain during sexual intercourse
- Inflammation in the urethra or cervix
3. Syphilis
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the bacterium Treponema pallidum that affects both men and women. But men having sex with men are more vulnerable to this infection. The signs and symptoms of syphilis infection vary with the four stages of infection called primary syphilis, secondary syphilis, latent syphilis, and tertiary syphilis.
A small chancre (non-itchy skin ulceration) appears in the stage of primary syphilis followed by a rash in palms, sores in the mouth, and genitals in the secondary stage. There are no symptoms in the latent stage and soft, non-cancerous growths occur in the tertiary stage leading to some heart or neurological problems. Syphilis can be treated with a penicillin injection. It is difficult to diagnose the disease at an early stage of infection however blood tests are more commonly used for diagnosis. Syphilis infected people are at a higher risk of getting HIV infection. The common symptoms other than sores are
- Headache
- Loss of hair
- Fatigue and tiredness
- Pain in the joints
- Blindness
- Deafness
- Paralysis
4. HIV
HIV is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus and it damages the complete immune system. This virus kills the T-cells of the immune system if untreated in the beginning. It can transmit through blood, genital fluids, and breast milk and it cannot spread through air or water. There are three stages of HIV infection namely the acute stage, chronic stage, and AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome) – the advanced stage. HIV cannot be cured but the symptoms can be managed and the life expectancy can be increased using anti-retroviral therapy. People infected with HIV can lead a long life if they have the proper treatment and support. Read more on HIV RNA Early Detection Test in the US. The most common symptoms of HIV are
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Recurring fever
- Night sweat
- Sores in the mouth or genitals
What are the symptoms of STDs in men and women?
Most STDs do not show any signs or symptoms. So we recommend every sexually active young person to consult a physician if you suspect of having an STD or feeling the possibility of being exposed to it. Some of the STD symptoms in men and women are
- Unusual genital discharges
- Painful urination
- Frequent urinating
- Abdominal and pelvic pain
- Swelling and pain in the testicles
- Itching in the anus
- Jaundice
- Diarrhea
- Dry cough
- Sore throat
- Fever
- Chillness
- Unusual sweating in the night
- Pain in the joints
- Fatigue
How to check for STDs?
A blood sample, urine sample, or sample is taken using a swab in the infected area such as mouth, throat, vagina, anus, or penis can be used to check for STDs. Your physician will decide the kind of sample to be taken based on the symptoms you show and your sexual and medical history.
The right time to test for STDs
For accurate STD testing results, physicians recommend waiting for at least a week after the initial exposure. Exceptionally, HIV requires at least a minimum of 2 months to get tested. This window period is to ensure an accurate diagnosis.
Is there any preparation required before the STD testing?
There is no special preparation required before the STD testing that requires a blood sample. Only STDs such as Chlamydia and Gonorrhea will be tested using the urine sample. For taking the urine sample, it is compulsory to abstain from urinating for at least an hour before taking the sample. But there is no constraint on the diet.
Where to get tested for STDs?
You can get tested for STDs anywhere in Vegas nearest to your location. You can book your test online, visit the nearest lab anytime during the lab working hours without any prior appointment. After you have taken the test, the test results will be confidentially emailed to you within 2 to 3 working days.
You can also get tested for STDs at your home using the STD home test kit, if you do not have time to visit the lab or if you feel inconvenient in taking the STD test at a commonplace. You can order your STD home testing kit online, take the required sample by reading the instructions mentioned in the kit and post the sample back to the given address. The test results will be emailed to you within 5 working days. However, the turnaround of results depends on the receipt of the sample in the lab.
How are STDs treated?
Antibiotics are used to treat STDs at their early stage of infection. Anti-retroviral drugs are used to control and manage the symptoms in case of incurable diseases like HIV. Penicillin injection is used to treat syphilis infection. It is very important to take all the prescribed medicines even after all the symptoms go away.
Are STDs curable?
Some of the STDs are curable when diagnosed at an early stage of infection. Bacteria causing STDs like Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, and Syphilis are curable while viruses causing STDs like HIV, Hepatitis, and Herpes are incurable. Only the symptoms can be controlled and managed in the case of incurable STDs.
What are the methods to prevent STDs?
- Getting vaccinated regularly
- Getting tested for STD regularly
- Practicing monogamy – not having sex with strangers or people other than your husband/wife
- Not sharing the towels and underclothing
To prevent reinfection, we recommend you do a follow-up check after 1 month of your past treatment and never have sex until you get cured completely.
If you are looking for STD tests in any part of the country, check here STD Tests Across the USA.
For those of you who want to know more about Planned Parenthood Testing cost, check here STD Testing Cost at Planned Parenthood.
Providers locations
STD testing can be done in any of the following locations across the U.S. either by visiting the lab or by shopping the STD home test kit.
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Hawaii
- Georgia
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Mexico
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Puerto Rico
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
Will insurance cover my testing cost?
No, insurance will not be covered in the billing. However, they will provide you a receipt for insurance reimbursement purposes.
How should I book my appointment?
You can choose the most suitable provider from above and make an appointment by following the instructions mentioned by them.
Can I cancel my lab test order?
Yes, you can cancel your lab test order anytime before your testing. A refund will be initiated after deducting the cancellation fee. However, cancellation is at the discretion of the provider.
Do the providers offer result interpretations?
Yes, a few providers may provide doctor consultation who will take you through the results and provide clarification if needed.
How do I receive my report?
To ensure your privacy, the test report will be mailed to you by the provider.
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