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Infectious Disease Testing in New Mexico

Infectious Disease Testing can be ordered without a referral from your own doctor, and this guide covers what to expect. Infectious disease testing checks for signs of certain infections using a blood or urine sample. It can help you and a clinician understand whether an infection may be present.

Sample typeBlood and/or urine at a collection lab
ReferralIncluded — no referral from your own doctor needed

Lab requirements in New Mexico

Here is what you need before ordering and completing the Infectious Disease Testing in NM. Review each item and confirm the details with the collection lab.

Physician's order
Included. A physician's order is required for lab testing and is provided for you by our partner's physicians — no referral from your own doctor is needed.
Fasting
Some tests require fasting or avoiding certain foods or drinks beforehand. You will be informed when you order — confirm the details with the collection lab.
Preparation
Preparation depends on which specific tests are ordered, so follow the instructions provided by the collection lab. If you are unsure, contact the lab before your visit to confirm what is…
Sample & visit
A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
Identification
Bring the lab requisition form from your account. The collection lab may also ask for a government-issued photo ID.
Turnaround
1-3 business days
Availability
Our partner lab does not serve ND, RI, NY, NJ, MD or HI. Confirm availability for your location with the collection lab.

Before you go

  • Order your test before visiting a lab, then use the requisition form in your account.
  • Print the requisition form, or fax it to the lab directly from your account.
  • No scheduling is needed — visit the collection lab during its normal business hours.
  • A blood and/or urine sample is collected; the visit usually takes about 10 minutes.
  • Bring a government-issued photo ID in case the lab requests it.
  • Results are posted to your secure account within 1–3 business days.

Requirements are summarized from our partner lab's published policies. Preparation and availability can change — confirm current instructions with the collection lab before your visit.

What this test is

Infectious disease testing is a group of laboratory tests that look for evidence of infections caused by viruses, bacteria, or other organisms. Depending on what is ordered, the test may detect the organism itself, parts of it, or the body's immune response to it. This kind of testing is used for many different infections, including HIV and Zika.

What it measures

  • Antibodies — Proteins made by the immune system that can indicate past or current exposure to an infection.
  • Antigens — Substances from an infectious organism that can show an active infection.
  • Nucleic acid — Genetic material from a virus or bacteria, detected to confirm an infection.
  • HIV antibody or antigen — Markers used to screen for HIV infection.
  • Zika virus RNA — Genetic material from the Zika virus, often tested in blood or urine.

What the test involves

Most infectious disease tests use a standard blood draw from a vein in the arm, though some may use a urine sample or a swab. The collection is usually quick and is performed by a trained lab professional.

Why it is often ordered

A clinician may order infectious disease testing when someone has symptoms that could be related to an infection, or after a possible exposure. It is also used for routine screening in certain situations. The results help guide further evaluation and care.

Preparation

Preparation depends on which specific tests are ordered, so follow the instructions provided by the collection lab. If you are unsure, contact the lab before your visit to confirm what is needed.

How results are reported

Results are typically reported as positive, negative, or sometimes indeterminate, and may include numeric values for certain markers. Reference ranges and reporting formats vary by laboratory, so always review your results with a qualified healthcare professional.

Before you go

  • Which specific infections are included in the test panel
  • Whether any special preparation is required before sample collection
  • How and when results will be shared with you

Cities

Infectious Disease Testing in New Mexico communities

Choose your city for local context and to order this test.

Albuquerque765,693Infectious Disease TestingLas Cruces141,399Infectious Disease TestingRio Rancho102,403Infectious Disease TestingSanta Fe99,439Infectious Disease TestingRoswell48,347Infectious Disease TestingFarmington46,696Infectious Disease TestingHobbs39,476Infectious Disease TestingClovis38,505Infectious Disease TestingSouth Valley36,583Infectious Disease TestingCarlsbad31,525Infectious Disease TestingAlamogordo31,201Infectious Disease TestingGallup21,901Infectious Disease TestingLos Lunas17,072Infectious Disease TestingSunland Park16,488Infectious Disease TestingDeming14,730Infectious Disease TestingChaparral14,098Infectious Disease TestingLos Alamos13,270Infectious Disease TestingLas Vegas13,247Infectious Disease TestingArtesia12,637Infectious Disease TestingNorth Valley12,594Infectious Disease TestingPortales12,151Infectious Disease TestingLovington11,505Infectious Disease TestingEspañola10,492Infectious Disease TestingSilver City9,694Infectious Disease TestingGrants9,208Infectious Disease TestingBernalillo9,049Infectious Disease TestingAnthony8,748Infectious Disease TestingSocorro8,553Infectious Disease TestingCorrales8,488Infectious Disease TestingShiprock8,452Infectious Disease TestingRuidoso7,636Infectious Disease TestingBloomfield7,514Infectious Disease TestingBelen7,374Infectious Disease TestingZuni Pueblo7,012Infectious Disease TestingTaos6,524Infectious Disease TestingAztec6,283Infectious Disease TestingNorth Hobbs6,148Infectious Disease TestingEdgewood6,106Infectious Disease TestingRaton6,082Infectious Disease TestingTruth or Consequences6,078Infectious Disease TestingSanta Teresa6,037Infectious Disease TestingLos Ranchos de Albuquerque5,904Infectious Disease TestingWhite Rock5,716Infectious Disease TestingEldorado at Santa Fe5,419Infectious Disease TestingTucumcari5,221Infectious Disease TestingEl Cerro Mission5,103Infectious Disease TestingCrouch Mesa4,997Infectious Disease TestingLos Chaves4,938Infectious Disease TestingRio Communities4,904Infectious Disease TestingLee Acres4,851Infectious Disease TestingParadise Hills4,442Infectious Disease TestingMeadow Lake4,248Infectious Disease TestingKirtland AFB4,142Infectious Disease TestingHolloman AFB4,128Infectious Disease TestingLa Cienega4,110Infectious Disease TestingBosque Farms4,010Infectious Disease TestingPlacitas3,863Infectious Disease TestingPeralta3,392Infectious Disease TestingChimayo3,208Infectious Disease TestingVado3,199Infectious Disease Testing