Getting Tested for STDs in Vallejo, CA

Confidential sexually transmitted disease (STD testing) is available in Vallejo through clinics, urgent care centers, private labs, and at-home options. You may prefer a clinic visit if you want to talk with a clinician about symptoms, timing after an exposure, or treatment. A lab visit may fit better if you want sample collection and results without a full office appointment.

What varies across Vallejo is walk-in access, appointment availability, turnaround time, and how you receive results. In Solano County, chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD at 471.9 cases per 100,000 people, followed by gonorrhea at 137.6 per 100,000. That local context is one reason many people choose routine screening, even when they do not have symptoms.

You have several practical testing options in and around Vallejo, as well as STD testing in California statewide. Choose the setting that fits your schedule, privacy needs, and whether you want clinician follow-up at the same visit.

Find an STD Testing Location in Vallejo, CA

You can find confidential STD testing in Vallejo at clinics and urgent care centers, with additional low-cost options in nearby cities. Several locations are near Sacramento Street and Georgia Street in central Vallejo, and other options in Fairfield and Fremont may offer more flexibility for scheduling.

A health care provider can help you decide which tests fit your symptoms, recent exposures, and medical history.

What to expect from STD testing

STD Testing Options in Vallejo, CA

You can choose from several testing routes in Vallejo based on cost, privacy, timing, and whether you want to speak with a clinician.

  • In-clinic testing: You can test through a primary care provider, obstetrician-gynecologist (OB-GYN), urgent care center, or community clinic when you want evaluation, testing, and follow-up in one place.
  • Public health or community clinics: These clinics may be a good fit if cost is your main concern or you do not have a regular provider. Some locations also offer counseling and referrals.
  • Private lab testing: LabCorp or Quest Diagnostics collection sites in the area may offer appointments or limited walk-in access, depending on the location. A health care provider typically orders the tests, and results are usually shared through the provider’s office or patient portal.
  • At-home testing: at-home STD tests use a self-collected sample that you mail to a certified lab. Depending on the provider, results may be shared through a secure portal.
STD testing options in Vallejo

When Should I Get Tested for STDs?

In Solano County, chlamydia and gonorrhea are the most commonly reported STDs, so they are a practical starting point when you are deciding what to test for. If a partner disclosed an STD or suggested testing, you can get tested to confirm your status and to choose the right tests based on the timing of the exposure. Many STDs, including HIV, have no symptoms, and testing is the only way to know. The CDC recommends routine screening for sexually active people, and a health care provider can help you decide whether you need a single test or a broader panel.

What Will Be Tested in an STD Panel?

An STD panel usually includes the most common bacterial and viral infections, and the exact tests depend on your symptoms, partners, and recent exposures. A clinic can also recommend whether you need a focused test or a broader panel.

Here is what the testing process usually looks like:

  1. Check in at the front desk or complete online registration.
  2. Provide a urine sample, blood sample, or swab, depending on the tests ordered.
  3. Receive results, often within one to three business days for lab-based testing.

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 often you should screen depends on your age, partners, and risk factors. A clinician can help you match the right tests to your situation, and the CDC screening recommendations can help you prepare for that conversation.

How Much Will STD Testing Cost in Vallejo, CA?

STD testing in Vallejo often ranges from $0 to $250, depending on the provider, the number of tests, and whether you need a single test or a full panel. Most health insurance plans cover preventive STD testing at 100% with no copay, though office visits and extra testing may not be fully covered. If you are uninsured, clinics such as Planned Parenthood Vallejo Health Center and La Clinica may offer sliding-scale fees, and some local programs provide free testing for people who qualify. For a private option, at-home STD tests are available without a clinic visit.

How Fast Will I Get My Test Results in Vallejo, CA?

Most lab-based STD results in Vallejo are ready in one to three business days after the lab receives your sample, though timing varies by provider and test type. Private lab-based testing often moves faster than community clinics because scheduling and lab volume can affect turnaround time.

Chlamydia and gonorrhea results often come back within a few business days. Some clinics also offer rapid HIV screening with same-day results. Before your visit, ask how results will be shared, such as by phone, through a patient portal, or at a follow-up appointment.

STI Statistics in Solano County, CA

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD in Solano County, with a rate of 471.9 cases per 100,000 people. In Vallejo, that makes routine screening a practical part of sexual health care, especially because common STDs often do not cause symptoms.

Solano County reported 2,847 cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis combined. Gonorrhea accounted for 618 cases, which helps explain why it is usually included on routine panels.

HIV also remains part of the local testing picture, with 1,454 people living with HIV in the county according to the latest CDC STI statistics. Many people in Vallejo choose testing after a new partner, before stopping condom use with a partner, or as part of annual screening.



Cities Near Vallejo, CA for STD Testing

Free STD Testing Centers in Vallejo, CA

Free or low-cost STD testing is available in Vallejo and nearby cities through community clinics, urgent care centers, and public health programs. These sites may be a good fit if you are focused on cost, privacy, insurance questions, or follow-up support.

Action Urgent Care

  • Address: 122 Robles Way, Vallejo, CA 94591
  • Number: (707) 273-1187
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Thursday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Friday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Saturday: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Sunday: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Alameda County Public Health Department

  • Address: 1000 Broadway, Oakland, CA 94607
  • Number: (510) 267-8000
  • Hours: Not listed

La Clinica

  • Address: 243 Georgia St., Vallejo, CA 94590
  • Number: (707) 556-8100
  • Hours: Not listed

Planned Parenthood – Vallejo Health Center of Vallejo, CA

  • Address: 303 Sacramento St., Vallejo, CA 94590
  • Number: (800) 230-7526
  • Hours:
    • Monday: 10:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Tuesday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Wednesday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Saturday: Closed
    • Sunday: Closed

Sutter Urgent Care

  • Address: 2700 Low Court, Fairfield, CA 94534
  • Number: (707) 432-2777
  • Hours: Not listed

Tri-City Health Center

  • Address: 39,500 Liberty St., Fremont, CA 94538
  • Number: (510) 770-8040
  • Hours: Not listed