ACL Laboratories
- Address
- 4061 Old Peshtigo Road, Marinette, WI 78.0 miles away
- Phone
- 715‑732‑8000
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
STD Testing in Elcho, WI: Same-Day, Low-Cost & Confidential
In Langlade County, reported gonorrhea runs about 89% lower than the US average. If you've had a recent risk or test on a regular schedule in Elcho, Wisconsin, you can weigh visiting a clinic for personal attention or an at-home kit for convenience. We list both options below.
- Clinics, labs & at-home kits compared
- Free & low-cost options included
- Backed by CDC, CMS & Census data
- Editorially reviewed
Available testing centers
STD testing near Elcho, WI
No STD testing centers are located in Elcho, WI. The nearest, ACL Laboratories, is about 78.0 miles away. At-home STD kits and online lab tests ship to your ZIP; compare private labs and at-home kits below.
Employment Health Services
- Address
- 721 Cardinal Lane, Green Bay, WI 80.8 miles away
- Phone
- 920‑434‑2441
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
ACL Laboratories
- Address
- 2253 West Mason Street, Green Bay, WI 82.8 miles away
- Phone
- 920‑327‑7300
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
Free tool · not a clinic
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.
- $0–$25
Public / community clinic
Free HIV testing is common
- $24–$200
Private lab (self-pay)
Never billed to insurance
- From $49
At-home kit
Mailed to your door, private
- $0–$50 copay
Doctor / urgent care
Often $0 preventive with insurance
No centers match those filters. Clear the service-type filter or the opening-hours filters to see every center.
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More ways to get tested in Elcho, WI
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 Elcho, WI
The nearest testing center is about 78 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Elcho, 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.
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In-home collection
$79 & up
- Panel:
- 8-infection panel incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis & herpes: single tests too
- Sample:
- Quest Mobile: a phlebotomist collects your sample at home
- Results:
- 1–3 days, online: physician-reviewed
- In-home sample collection
- Nationwide Quest lab network
- Physician-reviewed results
- FSA/HSA eligible
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Best value: single tests
$49 & up
- Panel:
- Chlamydia & gonorrhea, up to a 6-test panel adding HIV, syphilis, trichomoniasis & hep C
- Sample:
- Finger-prick + swab
- Results:
- Days, online
- Telehealth visit if positive
- CLIA-certified labs
- HSA/FSA eligible
- Subscription savings
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Best for simplicity & support
$89 & up
- Panel:
- 5–6 common STIs incl. chlamydia, gonorrhea, HIV, syphilis & trichomoniasis
- Sample:
- Finger-prick + urine/swab
- Results:
- 2–5 days, online
- 24/7 nurse support
- Prescription for positives
- CLIA-certified labs
- Free shipping both ways
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 Elcho, WI
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Langlade 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.
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Aspirus Elcho Clinic
W10618 Clinic Street, Elcho, WI 54428
CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission
- Full STD panel
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Aspirus Langlade Hospital
112 East 5th Avenue, Antigo, WI 54409
CMS-certified lab Accredited · Joint Commission
- Full STD panel
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Elcho. 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 Elcho, WI who may help arrange STD testing
Beyond dedicated clinics, 55 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Elcho. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 17 offer telehealth.
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Shane Franklin, MD
Family medicine · W10618 Clinic Street, Elcho
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Christian Flanders, MD
Family medicine · 400 West Glen Street, Crandon
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Richard Brandner, MD
Family medicine · 3144 Vanzile Road, Crandon
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Abdallah Qasim, MD
Internal medicine · 1306 Lincoln Street, Rhinelander
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Anna Mitura Lewandowski, MD
Family medicine · 1020 Kabel Avenue, Rhinelander
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Alexander Trecartin
Family medicine · 1630 Chippewa Drive, Rhinelander
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 Elcho, WI
No pharmacy near Elcho, WI 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.
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Mide
16 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
17 mi Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC -
Aspirus Pharmacy - Rhinelander
17 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Doctors Foster and Smith Pharmacy
18 miRx pickupCondoms / EC
Showing the 4 closest pharmacies to Elcho, WI.
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 Elcho, 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.
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Visit from $0 insured
Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy
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Visit from $39
Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP: same-day prescriptions to your pharmacy
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From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
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$0 with most insurance
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP: HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
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 Langlade County: the local picture
How reported STI rates in Langlade County, the county that includes Elcho, compare with Wisconsin and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~22% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.
#64 of 72 Wisconsin counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 11% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, Langlade County vs Wisconsin vs U.S.
Langlade County Wisconsin U.S. ▲▼ = Langlade County vs the state average
| Infection | Langlade County | Wisconsin | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 118.5 23 cases ▼ 72% | 422.8 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 20.6 4 cases ▼ 83% | 118.5 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | — no data | 9.1 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | — no data | 6.2 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | — no data | 14.7 | 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 Langlade County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 46% vs 2022 Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Langlade County, chlamydia has fallen from 164.2 to 118.5 per 100,000 (28%), and gonorrhea has risen from 15.4 to 20.6 per 100,000 (34%).
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 Elcho, WI
- Adults uninsured
- 6.9%
- No routine checkup
- 18.1%
- No transportation
- 5.9%
- Binge drinking
- 15.1%
- Frequent mental distress
- 13.9%
- Depression
- 20.3%
- Below poverty line
- 19.9%
- Primary-care ratio
- 1,219 : 1
- Langlade County
- Primary-care shortage score 16 / 26
- Medically Underserved Area · IMU 55.1
- Social Vulnerability Index · 16th 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 Langlade County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Langlade County (2023)
- People living with HIV
- 42 / 100k
- New diagnoses (2023)
- 0cases countywide
- PrEP users / 100k
- 42
Langlade County HIV care continuum (2023)
Langlade County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 5.1 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Langlade County residents living with HIV, 100% are in care · 100% 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 Langlade County tests for syphilis.
Source: CDC NCHHSTP AtlasPlus, 2023 (county-level congenital syphilis is not published).
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Local resources & officials
- CDC: Get Tested: find an STD testing site https://gettested.cdc.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- HRSA: Find a Health Center https://findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
Data & references
- CDC: NCHHSTP AtlasPlus (STI surveillance) https://gis.cdc.gov/grasp/nchhstpatlas/main.html (opens in a new tab)
- CDC: STD Surveillance Report (incl. congenital syphilis) https://www.cdc.gov/std/statistics/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC: STI Treatment Guidelines, 2021 https://www.cdc.gov/std/treatment-guidelines/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC PLACES: local health measures https://www.cdc.gov/places/ (opens in a new tab)
- CDC/ATSDR: Social Vulnerability Index https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/placeandhealth/svi/ (opens in a new tab)
- AIDSVu (Emory University & Gilead): local HIV data https://aidsvu.org/ (opens in a new tab)
- HIV.gov / CDC AHEAD: PrEP coverage https://ahead.hiv.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey, ZIP 54428 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US54428 (opens in a new tab)
- County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: Langlade County https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/wisconsin/langlade (opens in a new tab)
- Neighborhood Atlas: Area Deprivation Index https://www.neighborhoodatlas.medicine.wisc.edu/ (opens in a new tab)
- CMS: Provider of Services file (CLIA-certified labs) https://data.cms.gov/ (opens in a new tab)
- CMS: Medicare Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule https://www.cms.gov/medicare/payment/fee-schedules/clinical-laboratory (opens in a new tab)
- EPA: National Walkability Index https://www.epa.gov/smartgrowth/smart-location-mapping (opens in a new tab)
Local context
About Elcho, WI
Antigo Street runs through the heart of Elcho, and the clinics and urgent care centers accessible in and around town make confidential STI testing straightforward for residents who want it. Young adults in their late teens through thirties, a presence throughout the community, often have the most immediate reason to schedule a screening, whether as part of routine health maintenance, before a new relationship, or after a potential exposure. Testing here carries no fanfare; appointments are scheduled like any other visit, and results remain sealed between patient and provider. The testing sites listed on this page reflect what's genuinely available locally and in nearby areas.
Elcho's size means most residents know the general layout of their clinics, yet that familiarity does nothing to compromise discretion: staff understand that someone walking in the door has their own reasons, and those reasons stay private. A quick call or online booking removes any guesswork about where to go or what to expect. What matters most is that testing happens without delay or embarrassment. Whether you're checking in after a gap in screening or addressing a specific concern, the clinics serving Elcho treat STI testing as standard preventive care.
No judgment, no unnecessary waiting, no surprises about confidentiality. Just straightforward access to the health information you need.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Elcho, WI
Walkability 5.56 / 20 · Least walkable
At 5.56/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Elcho 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.
ZIP 54428 snapshot
- Residents
- 953
- Median age
- 59.6
- Median income
- $49,407
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 54428 area around Elcho: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Elcho alone.
Elcho sits in Langlade County, ZIP 54428. Local context that shapes where residents test:
Major routes
- Antigo Street
Nearby cities & towns
Nearby cities and towns near Elcho, WI
Just outside Elcho? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
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Reference
STD testing in Elcho, WI: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in Langlade County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Wisconsin 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.
| Group | Tests | How 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 Elcho-area provider.
| Infection | Earliest reliable test | Sample |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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 Elcho 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.
| Test | Reference price | CPT / 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 Wisconsin
Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin, 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)
Wisconsin 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 WisconsinSource: 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 Elcho, WI
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Where can I get tested for STDs in Elcho, WI?
The closest is ACL Laboratories (78 mi).
Does insurance cover STD testing near Elcho, WI?
Most plans cover STD screening; a clinic or lab can bill insurance, or you can pay a flat self-pay price.
Which tests are offered near Elcho, WI?
Local options test for Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Herpes, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Hepatitis C, Rapid HIV, a full panel covers the common ones.
How common is chlamydia in Langlade County?
About 119 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Wisconsin average.
Can I test at home near Elcho, WI?
Yes, at-home kits ship to 54428; you collect a sample, mail it back, and get results in about 2–5 days.
How long do results take near Elcho, WI?
Lab results typically come back in 1–2 days.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Wisconsin without a parent?
In Wisconsin, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
Can chlamydia have no symptoms?
Yes, most chlamydia infections cause no symptoms, so screening is the only reliable way to catch it.
I tested negative, am I fully in the clear?
Likely yes, if you were past the window period; otherwise retest, and keep up routine screening with new partners.
How is gonorrhea tested near Elcho, WI?
A urine sample or a swab (genital, throat, or rectal) detects gonorrhea, often tested alongside chlamydia.
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