STD Testing Centers
Groton, MA
Same Day Service
No Doctor Visit Or Insurance Required
Accredited Drug Testing provides multiple STD tests at our Groton, Massachusetts testing centers for individuals who may have been exposed to or showing symptoms of an STD. Millions of Americans have some form of an STD and our testing is provided in a confidential manner. STD tests at our Groton, MA locations may be ordered for one specific type of test or you may order a multiple panel screening which includes several STD tests. Same day service is available, and we have multiple Groton, Massachusetts STD testing centers within minutes of your home or office. All testing information and results are confidential.
200 GROTON RD 2.3 miles
AYER, MA 1432
228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 9.7 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 10.1 miles
NASHUA, NH 3062
10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 10.7 miles
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
60 HOSPITAL RD 10.7 miles
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 10.7 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 11.0 miles
Leominster, MA 1453
39 Village Square, 11.4 miles
Chelmsford, MA 1824
424 CENTRAL ST 11.4 miles
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
300 Main St, 11.5 miles
Nashua, NH 3060
8 AUBURN ST 11.9 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
14A BROAD ST 12.0 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
7 DEANE ST 13.8 miles
MAYNARD, MA 1754
1 HOSPITAL DR 14.1 miles
LOWELL, MA 1852
221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 14.8 miles
Billerica, MA 1862
700 Rogers Street, 15.0 miles
Lowell, MA 1854
5 WINTER ST 15.3 miles
HUDSON, MA 1749
345 MAIN ST 16.0 miles
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
510 BOSTON RD 16.5 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE 16.9 miles
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
157 UNION ST 17.8 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
157 UNION ST 17.8 miles
MARLBORO, MA 1752
48 HAMILTON AVE 18.5 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
42 BOSTON POST RD W 18.7 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
1 Branch St, 19.4 miles
Methuen, MA 1844
45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 19.9 miles
Salem, NH 3079
31 STILES RD STE 1300 20.0 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 20.1 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
58 BEDFORD ST 20.4 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
35 BEDFORD ST 20.4 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 20.4 miles
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
49 RANGE RD STE 101 21.0 miles
WINDHAM, NH 3087
28 Newton St 21.0 miles
Southboro, MA 1772
50 NASHUA RD STE 301 21.1 miles
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
P.O. Box 546 21.1 miles
Andover, MA 1810
159 N BROADWAY 21.1 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
202 ELI DR PO BOX 584 21.1 miles
GARDNER, MA 1440
7 FRANCINE RD 21.2 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
1 CROSSWOODS PATH BLVD STE 3A 21.5 miles
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
66B CONCORD ST 21.7 miles
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
60 EAST ST STE 1400 22.0 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
289 Main St, 22.5 miles
Salem, NH 3079
PO BOX 10547 22.5 miles
BEDFORD, NH 3110
1 GENERAL ST 22.7 miles
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
1 HIGHLANDER WAY 22.7 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
138 Haverhill St, 22.7 miles
Andover, MA 1810
333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 22.8 miles
Northborough, MA 1532
60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 23.0 miles
DERRY, NH 3038
POH on-site only 23.0 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
Onsite Only 23.0 miles
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
1030 MAIN ST 23.1 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2451
50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 23.2 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
200 SUTTON ST STE 135 23.4 miles
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
9 HOPE AVE 23.5 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 23.6 miles
Waltham, MA 2453
70 HOPE AVE APT 409 23.6 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
340 HARVEY RD 23.9 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
630 PLANTATION ST 23.9 miles
WORCESTER, MA 1605
61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 24.0 miles
Framingham, MA 1702
190 N MAIN ST 24.1 miles
NATICK, MA 1760
800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 24.2 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 24.2 miles
Woburn, MA 1801
500 Lincoln Street 24.2 miles
Worcester, MA 1605
1279 S WILLOW ST ste E-G 24.3 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
2075 S WILLOW ST 24.3 miles
MANCHESTER, NH 3103
168 S RIVER RD 24.3 miles
BEDFORD, NH 3110
380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 24.5 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 24.6 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
101 RIVERWAY PL 24.8 miles
BEDFORD, NH 3110
40 S RIVER RD 24.8 miles
BEDFORD, NH 3110
Testing services include physician referral, collection of the specimen, complete laboratory analysis and confidential and secure result reporting.
** Patients who have high insurance deductibles, co-pays or do not have insurance can access important health and wellness testing by scheduling/Ordering a confidential clinical test through Accredited Drug Testing By Phone or On-line.
The process to schedule a lab/blood test in Groton, Massachusetts is fast and easy!
Step 1: Schedule/Order your test online at www.accrediteddrugtesting.com/lab-test-order or call our scheduling department at 800-221-4291. You do not need to visit a doctor to order a test.
Step 2: Provide confidential and secure patient information including the type of test, zip code of the location area you would like to take the test and payment information (self-pay).
When completed you will receive a patient registration form by email where you can immediately proceed to the testing location in the Groton, Massachusetts area. Same day service is available and your registration pass will have the testing location address and hours of operation.
Step 3: After your test has been analyzed by one of our nationally CLIA and FDA certified laboratories (Quest/ LabCorp) your results will be sent through a confidential, secure and encrypted portal to the email address that you provided. In the event that the test is non-negative, abnormal or other circumstances, a consultation with the referring physician is available.
STD Definitions/Descriptions
STD stands for Sexually Transmitted Disease, also known as STI or Sexually Transmitted Infection, meaning that these diseases are most often, but not exclusively, spread by sexual intercourse.
STDs are passed from one person to another through sexual activity which can include vaginal intercourse, anal intercourse and/or anal intercourse. Though not as common, STDs can also be transmitted through intimate physical contact such as heavy petting.
STDs do not always cause symptoms, or they may only cause mild symptoms. This makes it very possible to have an infection and not know it. Therefore, if you are sexually active it is important to get tested at least once a year. You will find the most common types of STD and STI testing below.
HIV - HIV is a sexually transmitted disease (that can be spread outside of sexual contact) known as Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). It is the virus that causes AIDS and interferes with the body's ability to fight infections.
Herpes 1 and 2 - Herpes is an infection caused by HSV (herpes simplex virus). This virus affects the external genital, anal region, mucosal surfaces and skin in other parts of the body. There are two types of herpes simplex viruses: HSV-1 9 herpes type 1, or oral herpes) and HSV-2 (herpes type 2, or genital herpes).
Gonorrhea - Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted disease that can cause infections in the genitals, rectum and throat for both men and women. If untreated it can cause serious health issues, however, if it is caught in time it can be cured with the right medicine.
Chlamydia - Chlamydia is a common sexually transmitted disease that may not show symptoms. However, those that do show symptoms may experience genital pain and discharge from the vagina or penis. If left untreated it can cause damaging effects to the woman's reproductive system.
Syphilis - Syphilis is a sexually transmitted disease that develops in different stages. The first stage involves a painless sore on the genitals, rectum or mouth. After that initial sore heals, the second stage is a rash. Then, there are no symptoms until years later which is the final stage - damaged brain, nerves, eyes and/or heart.
Many STDs can be easily cured with medication, so you can just finish your treatment and get on with your life. And even though some STDs can't be cured, there are lots of ways to treat your symptoms and prevent you from giving your STD to anyone you have sex with.
People with STDs can be in relationships, have sex, and live totally normal lives. Most people get an STD at least once, and millions are living with STDs now. Having an STD is nothing to feel ashamed of, and it doesn't mean you're "dirty" or a bad person , it just means you're a pretty normal human who got an infection. The reality is that STDs can happen to anybody who's ever been sexual with someone, which is almost everybody on earth. And a few STDs can be spread in non-sexual ways, too.
Accredited Drug Testing can schedule your STD test at an Groton, Massachusetts testing facility in a confidential, friendly and professional manner. Call us today!
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of STD Testing
Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD) testing is a critical component of healthcare, essential for detecting and managing infections transmitted through sexual contact. STD testing is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, as early detection and treatment can prevent serious health consequences and limit the spread of infections to others.
Importance of STD Testing
Regular STD testing is vital because many infections often do not show symptoms immediately, or symptoms may be mild and go unnoticed. Untreated STDs can lead to severe health issues, including infertility, complications during pregnancy, and increased risk of acquiring other STDs, including HIV.
Common Types of STD Tests
- HIV Testing: Performed through blood or saliva samples to detect the presence of HIV antibodies or antigens.
- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: These bacterial infections are typically tested via urine tests or swabs of the genital area.
- Syphilis: Diagnosed through blood testing, which can detect antibodies produced in response to the infection.
- Herpes: Although no cure exists, testing for herpes involves blood tests or swabs from an active outbreak.
- Hepatitis B and C: Blood tests are used to diagnose these viral infections, which affect the liver.
When to Get Tested
- After Unprotected Sex: It's advisable to get tested if you've had unprotected sexual contact with a new partner or multiple partners.
- If Symptoms Occur: Symptoms such as sores on the genitals, pain during urination, or unusual discharge are indications for testing.
- Regular Screenings: Annual or more frequent STD testing may be recommended for active individuals, especially if they have multiple partners.
What to Expect During STD Testing
The testing process is straightforward, involving a physical examination, the collection of samples (blood, urine, swabs), and sometimes a visual inspection of affected areas. Confidentiality is a cornerstone of STD testing, ensuring privacy and discretion in handling patient information and test results.
Benefits of STD Testing
- Early Detection and Treatment: Allows for timely treatment that can effectively manage symptoms and prevent transmission to others.
- Peace of Mind: Provides reassurance and helps maintain your health and the health of your partners.
- Prevention of Complications: Reduces the risk of the long-term health issues associated with untreated STDs.
Understanding the importance of STD testing and participating in regular screenings can significantly impact personal health and public health outcomes. It is an essential step in responsible sexual health management.
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Local Area Info: Groton, Massachusetts
Groton is a town in northwestern Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States, within the Greater Boston metropolitan area. The population was 10,873 at the 2012 town census. It is home to two prep schools: Groton School, founded in 1884, and Lawrence Academy at Groton, founded in 1792 and the third-oldest private school in Massachusetts. Lawrence Academy was founded with a charter from John Hancock.
Near the former border with Maine, the historic town was a battlefield in King Philip's War and Queen Anne's War, with children taken captive in a raid by Abenaki and French; it had had incidents of insurrection during Shays' Rebellion, and was the birthplace of William Prescott, who commanded the colonial forces at the Battle of Bunker Hill during the American Revolution.
The area surrounding modern-day Groton has, for thousands of years, been the territory of various cultures of indigenous peoples. They settled along the rivers, which they used for domestic tasks, fishing and transportation. Historic tribes were the Algonquian-speaking Nipmuc and Nashaway Indians.