Providing Confidential STI Screening in Alvin, TX

Are you concerned that you’ve been exposed to an STI, or are you simply looking for a medical clinic where you can receive regular STI tests to stay safe and healthy? The team at Affinity Urgent Care can help with discreet care to support your sexual health, including certain STI tests that return same-day results. We provide STI screening services in the Alvin, Texas, area, and we’re open during extended hours, seven days a week, for your convenience.

STIs vs. STDs

The main difference between STDs and STIs is in the name. An STI (sexually transmitted infection) is an infection contracted during sexual contact, which can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites. STIs are incredibly common, and many people who have them never show symptoms. When symptoms do appear, it’s referred to as an STD (sexually transmitted disease). Still, practitioners generally use the term STI, as it covers most cases and avoids the stigma associated with the term “disease.”

Comprehensive STI Screening

Regular STI testing is crucial for maintaining health and safety. Depending on sexual lifestyle, sexually active people should be tested every 3-6 months or once a year with one partner. At our urgent care clinic, your health is our priority, and we create a non-judgmental space when administering sexual health care services. Our team can screen for the following conditions:

• Syphilis  

• Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)  

• Chlamydia  

• Trichomoniasis  

• Gonorrhea

• Genital herpes

We offer the following same-day STI testing services and rapid STI results:

• Xpert^® Xpress MVP testing, a PCR test for vaginal infections, including vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), Trichomoniasis (TV), and bacterial vaginosis (BV).

• DPP^® HIV-Syphilis test, an FDA-approved dual test that detects Treponema pallidum (syphilis) and HIV.

• Xpert^® CT/NG, a PCR test for Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG) and Chlamydia trachomatis (CT).

• Xpert^® TV, a Trichomoniasis test that provides rapid results.

We will provide further information regarding the timeframe for test results, as it depends on the type of STI screening you receive.

What To Expect

During your appointment, a medical professional will first ask questions about your symptoms, medical history, health concerns, and sexual lifestyle (these records are kept completely confidential). After taking your information, we will proceed with an STI screening, which may include blood samples, swabs, or urine samples.

We will explain the next steps once our medical team receives your results. If you test positive, we will create a treatment plan to address your condition and provide guidance for informing your partners if necessary. You can then schedule a follow-up visit with us or share your results with your primary care provider.

Reach Out for Compassionate Care

The professionals at Affinity Urgent Care treat every patient in a comfortable, private room when performing STI screening services, and we exercise the utmost discretion during each appointment. Contact us today to learn more, or simply walk into our clinic in Alvin, TX. We accept most major health insurance plans, including Medicaid, Medicare, and TRICARE, and have reduced rates for self-pay patients so you can get the medical care you need.