A 10-test STD panel is the most comprehensive screening option available. It checks for the most common STDs in a single visit, giving you complete peace of mind. If you are sexually active with new or multiple partners, this is the test most doctors recommend.
What the 10-Test Panel Includes
The standard 10-test panel screens for: (1) Chlamydia, (2) Gonorrhea, (3) Syphilis, (4) HIV Type 1, (5) HIV Type 2, (6) Hepatitis B, (7) Hepatitis C, (8) Herpes Simplex 1, (9) Herpes Simplex 2, and (10) Trichomoniasis.
How the Testing Works
Most 10-test panels require only a blood sample and a urine sample. Some include an optional oral swab. You visit a local lab once, and all tests are run from those samples. Results are typically available in 1-3 business days.
Who Should Get a 10-Test Panel?
Anyone who is sexually active outside a mutually monogamous relationship should consider annual screening. You should also get a full panel if you have symptoms, a partner tested positive, or it has been more than a year since your last comprehensive test.
How Much Does It Cost?
At-home or online-ordered 10-test panels typically range from $139-$249. This is often less expensive than testing through a doctor's office, especially without insurance.
Is It Confidential?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I do a 10-test panel at home?
Some providers offer at-home collection kits, but most require a visit to a local lab for blood draw. The lab visit takes 5-10 minutes.
How long do results take?
Most results are available within 1-3 business days. HIV and hepatitis results may take slightly longer depending on the lab.
Will my doctor know I got tested?
No. Unless you share the results yourself, the testing remains completely private. You receive results directly.