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Lab Testing for STIs: What to Expect and How to Get Started

Smiling patient in a phlebotomy chair interacting with a healthcare worker in a bright, modern lab room

At-home STI kits have made private screening easier than ever, but lab-based testing remains the gold standard in many situations. With fast turnaround, broad test options, and professional sample collection, lab testing is still the best choice for users dealing with symptoms, recent exposure, or conditions that require blood work.