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STD Testing in Alba, TX: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Gonorrhea cases in Wood County run about 63% lower than the US average. For a one-time concern or regular check-ups in Alba, Texas, clinics may bill insurance or offer sliding-scale fees, or you can choose private labs that let you pay a flat self-pay price. Browse your options below.

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STD testing near Alba, TX

5 testing options are listed for Alba, TX. The nearest, Rains County Indigent Health Care, is about 9.7 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

Highest rated 9.7 miles

Rains County Indigent Health Care

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Rated 4.1 out of 5 from 11 reviews

Rains County Indigent Health Care in Emory tests for gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and HIV on a sliding-scale fee that applies to everyone, with Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance also accepted. Appointments are required, and bacterial STIs are treated the same visit.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale
Address
220 West Quitman Street, Suite B Emory, TX 75440
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.7 out of 5 from 65 reviews
Address
3101 Joe Ramsey Boulevard East, Greenville, TX 75401 35.8 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.4 out of 5 from 102 reviews
Address
4101 Wesley Street, Greenville, TX 75401 36.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Tuesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Wednesday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Thursday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.3 out of 5 from 89 reviews
Address
649 South Broadway Avenue, Tyler, TX 75701 36.5 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Quest Diagnostics

Most reviewed Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.5 out of 5 from 111 reviews
Address
822 South Fleishel Avenue, Tyler, TX 75701 37.1 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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When can I test? Exposure-window calculator

Testing too soon can miss an infection. Enter the date of possible exposure to see the earliest a test can reliably detect each STI.

Detection windows for every STI
Infection Earliest reliable test Conclusive after
Chlamydia 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Gonorrhea 7 days after exposure 14 days after exposure
Trichomoniasis 7 days after exposure 28 days after exposure
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10 days after exposure 33 days after exposure
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18 days after exposure 45 days after exposure
HIV (antibody) 21 days after exposure 84 days after exposure
Syphilis 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis B 21 days after exposure 42 days after exposure
Hepatitis C 56 days after exposure 77 days after exposure
Herpes (HSV) 28 days after exposure 112 days after exposure

Guidance only, confirm timing with a clinician. A negative result before the conclusive date may need a repeat test.

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What will it cost? Estimate your STD test

Typical out-of-pocket ranges by option, actual cost depends on which tests you need.

  • Public / community clinic

    Free HIV testing is common

    $0–$25

  • Private lab (self-pay)

    Never billed to insurance

    $24–$200

  • At-home kit

    Mailed to your door, private

    From $49

  • Doctor / urgent care

    Often $0 preventive with insurance

    $0–$50 copay

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More ways to get tested in Alba, TX

Beyond the dedicated testing centers above: at-home kits by mail, hospital labs certified for STI testing, local clinicians who can order a panel during a regular visit, pharmacies for self-test kits and prescriptions, and online PrEP & treatment.

Test from home

At-home STD testing in Alba, TX

The nearest testing center is about 10 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Alba, you collect the sample privately, and mail it back to a CLIA-certified lab. Results come online in days, with a clinician available if anything is positive. Same labs as a clinic, no waiting room, and you can read how accurate at-home STD tests are before you order.

Want a free option first? The CDC-supported TakeMeHome (opens in a new tab) program mails free at-home HIV self-test kits, and, in many areas, free STI kits, to your door, with no insurance or payment needed. The paid kits below add broader panels and faster turnaround.

Every kit uses CLIA-certified labs. At-home testing is for screening; a reactive result should be confirmed and treated by a clinician. Prices and panels shown are illustrative and change often, confirm current details on the provider's site.

Also in the area

Other CLIA-certified labs near Alba, TX

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Wood County, each lab's town is shown on its card below. Many test through a doctor's order or by appointment rather than walk-in, so call ahead to confirm STD/STI testing and availability before visiting.

  • Christus Mother Frances Hospital-Winnsboro

    719 West Coke Road, Winnsboro, TX 75494

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

  • Quitman Hospital

    117 North Winnsboro Street, Quitman, TX 75783

    CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission

    • Full STD panel
    Call Directions

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Alba. A CLIA certificate records only that a laboratory is federally certified — it does not confirm the site performs STD testing, nor its hours, price or access. Inclusion is not an endorsement; always call to verify.

Local clinicians

Clinicians near Alba, TX who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 97 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Alba. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 44 offer telehealth.

These are registry-listed clinicians, not dedicated STD-testing clinics. CMS records do not independently verify current licensure, testing services, availability, price, or new-patient status. Confirm each detail before booking. Source: CMS Doctors & Clinicians.

Nearby pharmacies

Pharmacies near Alba, TX

No pharmacy near Alba, TX publishes an STD-related service or holds a current CLIA testing certificate, so these are simply the closest. Contact a location directly to confirm counter hours, services, prices, and availability before visiting.

  • Brookshires Pharmacy

    8.6 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 8.7 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Economy Drug

    9.0 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Rains Pharmacy

    9.3 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Alba, TX.

Directory records identify nearby pharmacies. Service, stock, price, and hours information is shown only when supported by current location-specific evidence.

Prevention & treatment

PrEP, prevention & online treatment

Testing is one step. For residents of Alba, telehealth covers the rest: HIV-prevention medication (PrEP) and DoxyPEP to lower future risk, and discreet online treatment if a result comes back positive. All prescribed by licensed U.S. clinicians.

Pricing varies by insurance and changes often, confirm on the provider's site. These services are not a substitute for emergency care.

STD stats & rates

STDs & HIV in Wood County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Wood County, the county that includes Alba, compare with Texas and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~18% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#190 of 254 Texas counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 25% of the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Wood County vs Texas vs U.S.

Wood County Texas U.S. ▲▼ = Wood County vs the state average
Infection Wood County Texas United States
Chlamydia
204.5 98 cases ▼ 58%
491.9 492.2
Gonorrhea
66.8 32 cases ▼ 62%
176.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
4.2 2 cases ▼ 72%
15 15.8
Syphilis (early)
4.2 2 cases ▼ 84%
26.4 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
27.1 13 cases ▼ 39%
44.3 29.5

Rates per 100,000 population, 2023. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis). Population figures: U.S. Census Bureau ACS. These figures are the latest available surveillance estimates. Bars are scaled to the highest rate shown.

Reading these numbers: reported case rates only count infections that were actually tested for and diagnosed, so they track local screening effort as much as true spread: a higher rate can reflect more testing, a lower one less. Either way, most STIs cause no symptoms, so treat the figures above as context rather than a verdict, and test on the CDC's schedule regardless of how your area looks.

Reported STD rates in Wood County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▼ 12% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 150 300 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Wood County, chlamydia has fallen from 240.8 to 204.5 per 100,000 (15%), gonorrhea has fallen from 93.7 to 66.8 per 100,000 (29%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 6.5 to 4.2 per 100,000 (35%).

The 2020 dip reflects reduced pandemic-era screening, not lower transmission. Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county, state & U.S., all-ages basis).

Community health context

What shapes testing access in and around Alba, TX

Adults uninsured
12.9%
No routine checkup
22%
Binge drinking
15.4%
Frequent mental distress
16.8%
Depression
23.7%
Below poverty line
8.8%
Primary-care ratio
3,058 : 1
Wood County
  • Primary-care shortage score 14 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 55
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 77th percentile nationally

Sources: CDC PLACES (ZIP), County Health Rankings, CDC/ATSDR SVI, HRSA HPSA, HRSA MUA/P, Neighborhood Atlas ADI. Lower insurance coverage, fewer routine checkups, and a thin primary-care ratio all raise the value of low-cost public clinics and at-home testing in Wood County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Wood County (2023)

People living with HIV
220 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
81

Wood County HIV care continuum (2022)

Wood County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2022), against 20.2 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Wood County residents living with HIV, 87.8% are in care · 70% are virally suppressed. Early, routine testing is what moves these numbers: it is the entry point to PrEP, treatment, and viral suppression.

Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD · CDC AtlasPlus · CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (county care continuum). The CDC recommends everyone aged 13–64 test for HIV at least once: every lab and clinic listed above offers HIV testing, and free rapid HIV testing is available at a local health department.

Pregnant or planning to be?

Congenital syphilis is the fastest-rising STI: what to test, and when

Congenital syphilis, passed from parent to baby in pregnancy, is the fastest-rising STI in the country. U.S. cases climbed from 2,163 in 2020 to 3,882 in 2023. It is almost entirely preventable: the CDC recommends a syphilis test at the first prenatal visit, and every clinic and lab listed for Wood County tests for syphilis.

Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).

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Local context

About Alba, TX

Alba runs on an unusual rhythm: with fewer than half of adults in the active workforce, the people who are employed often carry full schedules that leave little room for midweek appointments. The local housing picture adds useful texture. Nearly four in five households here own their homes, and with typical rents well below state averages, Alba's cost-of-living isn't the barrier it is in denser Texas markets. That relative financial stability matters: it means the testing options listed on this page are genuinely within reach for most residents, and that cost is less likely to be the reason someone delays.

The high share of married households also points to a community where partners often share health decisions, making it practical, not unusual, to book testing together. The stretch of US 69 near Alba City Park defines the geography of getting around here: distances are real, and errands get bundled. Screening works best when it can slot into a trip that's already happening, a stop that fits the drive rather than requiring a separate one.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Alba, TX

Walkability 5.1 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.1/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Alba generally mean driving: plan on a car or rideshare to reach a clinic, and check each listing's hours and phone before you go.

Source: EPA National Walkability Index 2021.

Map of 5 STD & STI testing locations in Alba, Texas, EasySTD

ZIP 75410 snapshot

Residents
3,920
Median age
57.1
Median income
$80,543

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 75410 area around Alba: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Alba alone.

Alba sits in Wood County, ZIP 75410. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Alba City Park

Major routes

  • US 69 (East Greenville Street)
  • TX 182 (East Holley Street)

Reference

STD testing in Alba, TX: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Wood County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Texas law. If you have symptoms right now, our confidential symptom checker maps them to the tests worth considering.

Who should test, and when

CDC screening schedule + each infection's detection window

Who should get tested, and how often

Based on current CDC screening recommendations.

GroupTestsHow often
Everyone aged 13–64 HIV At least once
Sexually active women under 25 Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Women 25+ with new or multiple partners Chlamydia, gonorrhea Every year
Pregnant people HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B & C, chlamydia Early in pregnancy
Gay & bisexual men (MSM) Chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV Every 3–6 months
Anyone who shares injection equipment HIV, hepatitis B & C At least yearly
All adults at least once Hepatitis C At least once

When to test: STD detection windows

Testing too early can return a false negative, confirm timing with an Alba-area provider.

InfectionEarliest reliable testSample
Chlamydia 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Gonorrhea 1–2 weeks Urine or swab
Trichomoniasis 1–4 weeks Urine or swab
HIV (NAT / RNA) 10–33 days Blood
HIV (4th-gen Ag/Ab) 18–45 days Blood
HIV (antibody) 3–12 weeks Blood / oral
Syphilis 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis B 3–6 weeks Blood
Hepatitis C 8–11 weeks Blood
Herpes (HSV) 4–16 weeks (antibody); swab a sore Blood / swab
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What each STD test costs

Medicare reference prices per lab test, a benchmark before you pay out of pocket

These are the federal Medicare reference prices for processing each lab test. Public clinics and the community health centers serving Alba often test free or on a sliding scale; private labs and at-home kits bundle several tests into one fee. Use this as a per-test benchmark before you pay out of pocket, or see the full guide to STD test costs for insurance, free, and at-home options.

TestReference priceCPT / HCPCS
Chlamydia (NAAT) $47.80 87491
Gonorrhea (NAAT) $47.80 87591
Trichomoniasis (NAAT) $47.76 87661
HIV-1/2 antigen/antibody $26.87 87389
HIV-1/2 antibody $22.44 86703
Syphilis (RPR/VDRL) $5.61 86592
Syphilis (treponemal antibody) $17.49 86780
Herpes (HSV NAAT) $47.76 87529
Hepatitis B surface antigen $15.33 87340
Hepatitis C antibody $29.16 86803

Source: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule, CMS, 2025 rates (data.cms.gov). Reference rate for the lab assay only: a clinic visit, sample collection, or a bundled multi-test panel may cost more. Medicaid and most insurers cover STD screening at no out-of-pocket cost.

Confidentiality & consent in Texas

Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately

Two things that actually depend on Texas law: who can consent, and whether partners can be treated without their own visit. Everything else about testing privately is the same nationwide (see below).

Can a minor consent on their own?

In Texas, a minor of any age can consent to confidential STI testing and treatment on their own, no parental permission is required.

Can my partner be treated too? (EPT)

Texas permits Expedited Partner Therapy (EPT): if you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhea, your provider can give you medication (or a prescription) to pass to your partner, no separate exam or appointment needed for them.

Keeping a test private works the same in every state. Whether an STD test shows on insurance (the EOB), how to test anonymously, and self-pay options that leave no insurance trail don’t change by location.

Learn more about confidential STD testing in Texas

Source: Guttmacher Institute, Minors' Access to STI Services; CDC, Legal Status of Expedited Partner Therapy. General information, not legal advice.

Good to Know

STD testing FAQs for Alba, TX

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Alba, TX?

Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.

Does insurance cover STD testing near Alba, TX?

Usually yes, it can be billed to insurance, or paid out of pocket at a flat rate.

Where can I get tested for free near Alba, TX?

Public health clinics nearby provide free testing.

What's included in a full panel near Alba, TX?

A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.

How common is chlamydia in Wood County?

Wood County reported ~205 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, below the Texas average.

Can someone under 18 get tested in Texas without a parent?

In Texas, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.

Is there an at-home STD test for Alba, TX?

At-home kits mail to 75410: self-collect, send to the lab, results in ~2–5 days.

My test was positive, what now?

A positive means treatment is the next step; many STIs are cured with antibiotics, and all are treatable.

Is my STD test private?

Your results are part of your HIPAA-protected medical record; you can ask any clinic about its own privacy practices.

How do I prevent STDs?

Use condoms, test regularly, get the HPV and hep B vaccines, and ask about PrEP for HIV.

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