How Do Doctors Test for STDs?
Doctors use several methods depending on the STD.
Methods
- Urine: chlamydia, gonorrhea
- Blood: HIV, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis
- Swab: sores, throat, rectum
What to Expect
- Brief sexual history
- Urine cup and/or blood draw
- Results in 1-5 days
- No pelvic exam for basic screening
Source: CDC, American Sexual Health Association.
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