STD Testing in Phoenix, AZ

At-Home STD Testing

Testing for STDs at home is safe, convenient, and private. Performed regularly, it can help you stay healthy and avoid unknowingly transmitting STDs.

You have many options for at-home STD testing. The best at-home STD tests are FDA approved and evaluated for safety and accuracy with fast result turnaround times and support from health care professionals.

At-home STD testing kits should include instructions for collection and test registration, along with materials such as containers and swabs to collect and send your sample to the lab. Most at-home STD tests offer results in about five days through a secure online patient portal.

Reported cases of chlamydia in Arizona increased by nearly 26% percent between 2014 and 2018. In 2018, Maricopa County ranked 4th in the nation for chlamydia prevalence, accounting for 26,464 of the state’s 40,807 reported cases. This infection is most commonly diagnosed in people aged 20-29 years, and 64% of cases are diagnosed in females.

Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) remain one of the most critical public health challenges facing the United States, with approximately 26 million new STD infections occurring every year. Nearly half of these new infections affect young people ages 15 to 24.

Community-based organizations are a vital first line of defense in the fight against STDs and HIV/AIDS in particular. They generate awareness and foster social change while providing access to testing and treatment.

You may not be aware of all the STD resources available in Phoenix that can help prevent the spread of STDs. Get connected with these community organizations that are leading the fight against STDs and HIV/AIDS with resources and support:

The county’s Public Health Department operates a walk-in clinic that provides affordable STD testing and treatment. For one low fee, clients receive testing for syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and HIV, and no one is turned away due to the inability to pay. The clinic doesn’t accept appointments, but visitors must register before 3 p.m. for same-day service.  Wait times will vary depending on the number of clients. Faster testing services are available for clients without symptoms and who are at a lower risk for STDs. After their visit, clients are provided with a phone number to call for their test results. All information is kept confidential, and the clinic doesn’t place outgoing phone calls pertaining to test results without a client’s expressed permission. Clinic hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Wednesday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

1645 E. Roosevelt St.
Phoenix, AZ 85006
602-506-1678
Maricopa.gov

The Southwest Center provides affordable healthcare, including general exams, LGBT-inclusive sexual health services, and STD testing and treatment. Clients can receive testing for common STDs, such as HIV, gonorrhea, chlamydia, and syphilis, and test results are typically available within three to five business days. If chlamydia, gonorrhea, or syphilis test results are positive, the clinic coordinates free or low-cost treatment, either in-house or through another treatment center in the community. All HIV and STD testing services are offered on a first-come, first-serve basis, and clients are encouraged to arrive for testing at least two hours before the clinic closes. Clinic hours are Monday – Thursday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., and Friday, 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

1101 N. Central Ave., Ste #200
Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-307-5330
Swcenter.org

Terros Health is a nonprofit organization that provides a variety of health and wellness services, including walk-in sick visits for viruses and asthma treatment, health exams, nutrition counseling, and sexual health services. Its sexual health services include testing and treatment for several common STDs, including trichomoniasis, gonorrhea, herpes, chlamydia, and syphilis. The clinic accepts most major health insurance plans, and a sliding fee scale is available for self-pay clients. In some cases, STD testing may be free. Testing for STD screenings is done by appointment only. To schedule an appointment, prospective clients can call, email, or use the clinic’s online message system. Testing site hours are Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

333 E. Indian School Rd.
Phoenix, AZ 85012
602-685-6086
Terroshealth.org

ANY LAB TEST NOW of Phoenix provides a wide array of testing services, including an annual checkup panel that provides an overall snapshot of general health, paternity tests, screenings for diseases, including Lyme disease and measles, and STD testing. Depending on clients’ needs, they may opt to test for specific infections, such as chlamydia or syphilis, or they may choose to have a basic or comprehensive STD panel. No appointment is necessary, and test results are typically available within five business days. The clinic is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m., and Saturday, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

4501 E. Thomas Rd., Ste #105
Phoenix, AZ 85018
602-955-0240
Anylabtestnow.com

Family Tree Healthcare Clinic provides affordable general health services, immunizations, work/school/travel exams, and STD testing for common infections, such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis. The clinic works in partnership with the county’s Public Health Department, so in some cases, testing may be available at no cost. Appointments can be made online or over the phone. In addition to their in-office service, the organization works with some local organizations and night clubs to provide discreet STD testing.

7002 S. Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85042
602-499-4221
Familytreehealthcare.com

• CDC | STD Surveillance Report 2018 | Last accessed June 2021.
• Maricopa County DPH | STD Cases 2018 | Last accessed June 2021.
• Maricopa County DPH | Syphilis Cases by Diagnosis | Last accessed June 2021.
• Maricopa DPH | Sexually Transmitted Disease Statistics | Last accessed June 2021.