Confidential Syphilis Test with Confirmation

Syphilis Test With Confirmation

Detect the presence of antibodies made by your immune system to fight the bacteria that causes syphilis, so it can be treated. Included with your purchase, if your test results are abnormal, an independent physician may be able to provide you with treatment options. Read more

Test details

Sample type:

Blood

Preparation:

You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. Fasting is not required for this test.

Test type: In Person

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$52.00

+ $6.00 Physician Service Fee

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What

This test screens for syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection that leads to sores, rashes, and lesions on your body, but may not show symptoms right away.

Who

Must be 18+ years of age to purchase.

How

Blood

Where

Find a location near you

Schedule an appointment, then visit a Quest Diagnostics patient service center location.

About the Test

The Syphilis Test allows you to discreetly check for syphilis, a sexually transmitted infection that is spread from person to person during vaginal, anal, or oral sex. Symptoms of syphilis may not be noticeable or look like other diseases. The Syphilis Test detects the presence of antibodies made by your immune system to fight the bacteria that causes syphilis, called Treponema pallidum. If you’re sexually active, it’s important to screen for STDs so you can stay informed about your sexual health. Testing is the only way to know for sure if you have a sexually transmitted infection.

This test may be useful if you:

want to determine if you have developed antibodies that can indicate you have been infected with the bacteria that causes syphilis
have a partner who has been diagnosed with syphilis
have multiple sex partners
have an HIV infection
are a man who has sex with men
have used illicit drugs

Note: Syphilis serologic screening is recommended for individuals who have been sexually active and are at increased risk for sexually transmitted infections.

If an active lesion (sore) is present, or you think you might have been recently exposed to syphilis, please see your doctor. They can discuss next steps and help determine if additional or different tests are necessary. Your doctor may also suggest testing for the presence of antibodies in 2-4 weeks after the initial test to monitor changes in results.

If you have engaged in high-risk activity or continue to engage in high-risk activity as outlined above, a negative test result should be followed up with repeat testing and consultation with a healthcare professional.

Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria treponema pallidum. Some people may never experience symptoms of syphilis which makes it very easy to spread from person to person. It can cause infection in the genitals, throat, and rectum and can lead to sores, rashes, and lesions on your body.

Syphilis is treatable, but usually will not go away on its own. If your test results are positive, it is important to start treatment immediately and get tested often. If syphilis is not treated, it can cause damage to the brain, eyes, heart, nerves, bones, joints, and liver.

Syphilis starts with a small, painless sore on the genitals, anus, or mouth and even after these sores heal, can last for weeks, months, or years.

Syphilis has 4 stages if left untreated:

Primary syphilis: Small, painless sores—known as chancres—appear about 3 weeks after exposure to the bacteria where they entered your body. This is usually around the genitals, anus, or mouth.

Secondary syphilis: A few weeks after the chancres heal, you may notice a red or reddish-brown rash on your body that often spreads to the palms and soles of your feet. Other symptoms can include:

Fever
Sore throat
Swollen lymph nodes
Headaches
Oral and anal sores
Muscle aches
Patchy hair loss
Weight loss

Latent syphilis: There are no symptoms at this stage. The virus can remain inactive in the body for years only to progress to tertiary syphilis.

Tertiary syphilis: This late stage can occur many years after the original infection. If syphilis is left untreated, it can affect many systems of the body, including:

Brain and nervous system
Eyes
Heart
Blood vessels
Bones and joints

These symptoms can be associated with other conditions. Regardless of your results, please discuss your symptoms with your doctor.

You must be 18 years of age or older to purchase a test on questhealth.com. Purchases not permitted in: AK, AZ, HI.

You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. Fasting is not required for this test.

After the Test:
After you provide your specimen, it generally takes a few business days to process and release your test results. However, processing times may vary. Your test results will be available in a clear and easy-to-read report. If your results indicate possible infection, you will receive an alert call from an independent healthcare coordinator. Independent physicians are available to discuss questions or concerns you may have regarding your results.

Treatment Options:
Included with your purchase, you have the option to discuss your results with an independent physician who may be able to prescribe specific treatment depending on your results.

If your test result is positive, the lab will perform an additional confirmation test on the sample you have already provided at no extra cost to you. This helps to validate the positive result before it is reported, per standard recommended guidelines.

How it works

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After you make a purchase, Quest Mobile will contact you to schedule an in-home sample collection appointment.

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A Quest Mobile phlebotomist will collect your sample and deliver it to Quest Diagnostics.

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Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are a serious global health threat. Over 1 million new STIs are reported every day—and an estimated 374 million infections of chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis occurred in 2020 alone.¹ Read our article to learn more about the importance of testing, the difference between STDs and STIs, and more.

FAQs

How do I know if I have syphilis?

It is not always possible to know whether you have syphilis because you may or may not have symptoms. In some cases, you may notice small, painless sores on the genitals, anus, or mouth. Testing is the only way to know for sure if you have syphilis or any other sexually transmitted infection.

I'm pregnant. Can I pass syphilis to my baby?

It is possible to pass syphilis to your unborn child. Children born with syphilis are at risk of health problems. Pregnant people with syphilis are also at an increased risk of having a miscarriage. If you are pregnant, it is important to get tested as soon as possible.

How do I protect myself from getting syphilis?

The best way to protect yourself is to practice safe sex. Regular testing can help detect STDs early when many of them can be treated.

Can I use my FSA or HSA funds to purchase tests at questhealth.com?

You may be able to use your FSA or HSA funds to purchase lab tests at questhealth.com. Please review your FSA/HSA plan or check with a tax professional to confirm specific requirements for individual eligibility.

Tests purchased on questhealth.com are only for individuals who intend to pay directly for testing and do not want to submit a claim for reimbursement under their health insurance.

Syphilis Test With Confirmation