Free STI testing for Pregnant Moms
The Centers for Disease Control says that testing and treating pregnant women for STIs is a vital way to prevent serious health complications to both mother and baby that may otherwise happen with infection. The sooner you begin receiving medical care during pregnancy, the better the health outcomes will be for you and your unborn baby.
STI Testing During Pregnancy
Choices provides the recommended STI tests to pregnant moms free of charge, early in pregnancy.- Chlamydia and Gonorrhea (plus Trichomoniasis tests if symptomatic) are performed with a urine sample. If you are positive for Chlamydia or Trichomoniasis and less than 12 weeks pregnant, a prescription for the antibiotic will be called into your pharmacy. If you are positive for Gonorrhea or more than 12 weeks pregnant, Choices can refer you to your private physician or to the Health Department for treatment.
- Syphilis (plus Hepatitis B&C if symptomatic) are tested through a blood draw. Samples taken from this test are sent to a laboratory located in Texas. We receive the results confidentially and will provide you with the outcome of the test. If positive, you will be referred to your private physician or the Health Department.
- HIV, the test is performed by finger prick or blood draw. The rapid HIV test will give you results in 10 minutes at your initial appointment. HIV does require ongoing treatment, we will schedule your appointment with the Health Department or with your private physician.