HIV & STI Testing

About one in five people in the United States have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). At The R.O.C. Center in New Orleans, Louisiana, and Houston, Texas, our primary care experts offer HIV and STI testing and treatment to reduce the risk of spreading these diseases. Schedule an appointment by phone or request one online today to get tested. Walk-ins and telehealth visits are also welcome.

What is HIV and STI testing?

HIV and STI testing at The R.O.C. Center involves tests that screen for STIs, including:

• Gonorrhea (results in 30 minutes)
• Chlamydia (results in 30 minutes)
• Trichomoniasis
• Herpes
• Hepatitis B and C
• Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
• Syphilis (rapid and confirmatory)
• Human papillomavirus (HPV)

These infections spread from person to person through unprotected vaginal, oral, or anal sex with an infected partner. Testing determines if you need treatment to cure a disease or minimize symptoms and the risk of transmission. 

The R.O.C. Center offers HIV specialty care in a compassionate, nonjudgemental environment. The specialists meet you where you are, whether you’re navigating long-term treatment, re-entering care, or are newly diagnosed. We proudly serve the LGBTQIA+ community, including transgender and nonbinary individuals.

What are the symptoms of STIs?

If you have an STI, you may experience the following symptoms:

• Genital, oral, or rectal bumps or sores
• Pain during sex 
• Swollen or sore lymph nodes
• Fever
• Unusual or smelly vaginal or penis discharge
• Burning or painful urination
• Lower abdominal pain
• Rash on your feet, hands, or trunk
• Unusual vaginal bleeding in women

However, not everyone with HIV or other STIs has noticeable symptoms, at least not initially. That’s why HIV and STI testing are critical if you’re at risk of contracting these diseases.

Are HIV and STI testing right for me?

You may be at risk of contracting HIV or other STIs if you have unprotected sexual intercourse, have multiple sexual partners, or share needles. You may also be a candidate for testing if you're undergoing a pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) program for HIV prevention. 

What do HIV and STI tests consist of?

HIV and STI testing at The R.O.C. Center are low-cost, often ready within 30 minutes, compassionate, and judgment-free. You can test in a welcoming clinic or from the privacy and comfort of your home via home testing kits. Simply call our case management team, receive your testing kit in discreet packaging, collect the sample, and return it with prepaid shipping.

It often involves a blood test, urine testing, or swabs. If you test positive for HIV or other STIs, The R.O.C. Center offers an array of treatments that can cure your disease or help you better manage its symptoms long term. We also provide preventive services, including DoxyPEP for bacterial STI prevention in addition to PrEP. 

Schedule HIV and STI testing at The R.O.C. Center by calling the office or booking an appointment online today. Walk-ins and telehealth visits are welcome.