comprehensive STD Screening Panel

The STD Comprehensive panel offers a broad overview of an individual's sexual health by screening for several prevalent sexually transmitted diseases. This comprehensive approach ensures that both bacterial and viral infections are tested for, providing a detailed picture of potential risks and existing infections, many of which may be asymptomatic.

What the STD Comprehensive Panel Checks For

Chlamydia/Neisseria gonorrhea RNA, TMA: Using transcription-mediated amplification, this test detects the RNA of the bacteria causing chlamydia and gonorrhea. These are common bacterial STDs which can have serious health repercussions if not addressed.

Hepatitis A Antibody Total: This test detects antibodies produced in response to the Hepatitis A virus. The presence of these antibodies indicates either a past or current infection.

Hepatitis B Surface Antibody Qualitative: This test measures the antibodies produced after exposure to the Hepatitis B virus, indicating immunity either from past infection or vaccination.

Hepatitis B Core Antibody Total: This test identifies antibodies against the core antigen of the Hepatitis B virus, indicating either a past or ongoing infection.

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen with Reflex to Confirmation: It detects the surface antigen of the Hepatitis B virus, indicating a current infection. A reflex to confirmation ensures accurate results.

Hepatitis C Antibody with Reflex to HCV, RNA Quantitative Real-Time PCR: Initial screening for antibodies against the Hepatitis C virus. If positive, a reflex test quantifies the amount of virus in the blood.

Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2 IgG Type Specific Antibodies: This test differentiates between HSV-1 (usually oral herpes) and HSV-2 (usually genital herpes) by identifying the specific antibodies against each.

RPR with Reflex to Titer: This is a screening test for syphilis. If reactive, a "reflex to titer" quantifies the amount of reagin in the blood, providing insights into the disease's activity.

HIV: This screening is a process used to detect the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in a person's blood, saliva, or urine. It typically involves a simple blood test that looks for antibodies or antigens produced by the body in response to HIV infection.