Basic STD Testing

The STD Basic panel is a curated selection of tests aimed at detecting some of the most common sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). These tests employ various laboratory techniques to identify the presence of specific pathogens or the body's immune response to them. By providing insights into an individual's sexual health status, this panel plays a pivotal role in early detection, treatment, and prevention of further transmission of these infections.

Chlamydia/Neisseria gonorrhea RNA, TMA: This test employs transcription-mediated amplification (TMA) to detect the RNA of Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhea, pathogens responsible for chlamydia and gonorrhea infections respectively. Both are common bacterial STDs that can lead to serious reproductive health issues if left untreated.

Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2 IgG Type Specific Antibodies: This test identifies antibodies the body produces in response to Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV). Specifically, it differentiates between HSV-1, primarily causing oral herpes, and HSV-2, responsible for genital herpes.

RPR with Reflex to Titer: Rapid plasma reagin (RPR) is a screening test for syphilis. If the RPR test is reactive, a "reflex to titer" is performed to measure the amount of reagin in the blood, providing an indication of the disease's activity.