Getting Tested for STDs in Rochester, NY

If you suspect you’ve been exposed to an STD, don’t wait to get tested. There are confidential, free, and low-cost STD screening resources available, and even if you are experiencing no symptoms, STI testing can provide peace of mind or the answers you need to stay healthy.

STDs are on the rise across the country, and in Monroe County, chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD, with 5,025 cases at a rate of 671.4 per 100,000 people. The state is No. 17 for gonorrhea and No. 34 for congenital syphilis.

There’s help close by in Rochester, NY. If you are a minor, you can get tested without parental consent at the Monroe County STD Clinic. Trillium Health offers free at-home STD and HIV test kits.

Find an STD Testing Location in Rochester, NY

You can get confidential sexually transmitted disease (STD testing) in Rochester at community clinics, county health sites, primary care offices, urgent care centers, and private labs. The locations below include free, low-cost, and private options.

A health care provider can help you choose the right tests based on your symptoms, recent exposure, sexual history, and when you were last tested, or explore STD testing in New York for statewide options.

STD Testing Options in Rochester, NY

You can get tested in Rochester at a doctor’s office, a public clinic, a private lab, or with an at-home kit.

  • Primary care or OB-GYN office: Your doctor or obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN) can order STD tests during a routine visit or a separate appointment.
  • Urgent care or community health clinic: Walk-in clinics and public health centers, including the Monroe County Sexual Health Clinic, offer confidential testing and may provide free or low-cost services.
  • Private lab: LabCorp and Quest Diagnostics locations in the Rochester area may accept provider orders and, in some cases, direct-to-consumer requests.
  • At-home testing kits: At-home STD tests let you collect a sample at home and mail it to a certified lab.

When Should I Get Tested for STDs?

Routine screening is one of the best ways to stay on top of your sexual health, even when you feel fine. Many STIs, including chlamydia and gonorrhea, often cause no symptoms, so testing is the only reliable way to know your status. You may also want to get tested after unprotected sex, when starting a relationship with a new partner, or if a partner lets you know they’ve tested positive. The CDC screening recommendations can help you and your provider decide how often to test based on age, sex, and risk factors.

What Will Be Tested in an STD Panel?

You can ask for individual tests or a full panel. A clinic can recommend the right combination based on your symptoms, sexual history, and possible exposure.

A routine STD panel may include:
– Chlamydia
– Gonorrhea
– HIV 1 and 2
– Syphilis

A full-panel STD test may also include:
– Herpes (oral, genital)
– Hepatitis (A, B, C)

How Much Will STD Testing Cost in Rochester, NY?

STD testing in Rochester can range from free at some community clinics to about $200 for a private lab panel. Most insurance plans cover preventive STD testing at 100% with no copay.

Planned Parenthood and Monroe County clinics may offer free or sliding-scale testing for people without insurance or with limited coverage. Private lab panels often cost $50 to $200, while at-home STD tests generally cost $35 to $175 per kit.

How Fast Will I Get My Test Results in Rochester, NY?

Rapid HIV results may be ready in about 20 minutes. Most other STD test results are ready in one to three business days after the lab receives your sample.

Turnaround time depends on the test and the testing site. Trillium Health and Planned Parenthood may offer rapid HIV testing, while chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis testing usually takes longer because a lab has to process the sample. Ask the clinic when results will be posted or shared before you leave your appointment.

STI Statistics in Monroe County, New York

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD in Monroe County, with 5,025 reported cases, or 671.4 per 100,000 people. Because chlamydia often has no symptoms, routine testing helps people catch it early.

Gonorrhea is the second most commonly reported STD in the county, with 2,285 reported cases, or 305.3 per 100,000 people. Chlamydia and gonorrhea make up most of the 7,581 STD cases reported in Monroe County.

HIV remains a local concern, with 2,382 reported cases, or 370.7 per 100,000 people. Rochester has multiple sites that offer confidential and anonymous HIV testing. You can review the latest national and local trends on the CDC STI statistics page.



Cities Near Rochester, NY for STD Testing

Free STD Testing Centers in Rochester, NY

Rochester has clinics that offer free, low-cost, or sliding-scale STD testing. These options can help if you want confidential testing and do not want cost to be a barrier.

Monroe County Health Department

  • Address: 111 Westfall Rd., Rochester, NY 14620
  • Number: (585) 753-6000
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Saturday: Not listed
    • Sunday: Not listed

Planned Parenthood – Greece Health Center

  • Address: 2824 W. Ridge Rd., Rochester, NY 14626
  • Number: (866) 600-6886
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed

Planned Parenthood – Rochester-University Avenue Health Center

  • Address: 114 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14605
  • Number: (866) 600-6886
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
    • Thursday: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    • Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
    • Sunday: Not listed

STD HIV Program Clinic

  • Address: 855 W. Main St., Rochester, NY 14611
  • Number: (585) 464-5928
  • Hours: Not listed

Trillium Health

  • Address: 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester, NY 14607
  • Number: (585) 545-7200
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • Thursday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed