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STD Testing in Fairfax, SC: Free, Same-Day & Confidential

Allendale County reports about 1425 chlamydia cases per 100,000 residents, well above the US average. If you've had a recent risk or simply test on a regular schedule in Fairfax, South Carolina, weigh whether to take time for a same-day visit or fit STD testing into your own routine. Find places to get tested in the list below.

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STD testing near Fairfax, SC

7 testing options are listed for Fairfax, SC. The nearest, Low Country Health Care System, is about 0.9 miles away. Compare community and public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits below.

How to read these listings

Listings tagged Community health center are federally funded health centers and rural clinics that treat everyone regardless of insurance or ability to pay: required to bill on a sliding fee scale and provide confidential care, and in many states minors may consent to their own STI testing. A Title X tag flags centers funded for confidential family-planning services; confirm current participation when you call.

Source: CMS FQHC & Rural Health Clinic enrollment files (data.cms.gov), refreshed quarterly. Title X status reflects the latest OPA grantee list.

Community health center 0.9 miles

Low Country Health Care System

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Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 10 reviews

Low Country Health Care System in Fairfax runs the full bacterial STI panel (gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, herpes, hepatitis A, B, and C, plus rapid HIV) and treats confirmed bacterial infections the same visit, with fees set on a sliding scale for everyone and a free HIV test available.

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Ryan White Carries HIV Care Past the Diagnosis

Testing-only HIV programs leave patients to piece together ongoing care elsewhere. Low Country Health Care System, backed by Ryan White funding, moves from a reactive HIV test through medical treatment and adherence counseling without transferring that responsibility to another provider.

Spanish Spoken Across Every Service Offered

Low Country Health Care System delivers care in Spanish: meaning prevention counseling, medication adherence education, and treatment conversations all happen in the same language without a gap in clinical nuance.

No-Fee Care Is Operationally Built Into Every Appointment

Low Country Health Care System operates under a funding structure in which all services (testing, vaccines, TB treatment, HIV care, STI treatment) are provided at no charge, with sliding-scale and Medicaid and Medicare billing absorbing costs rather than passing them to patients.

Tests & treats Ryan White HIV care Sliding-scale
Address
333 Revolutionary Trail, Fairfax, SC 29827
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 7:30 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
Website
5.4 miles

South Carolina Department of Public Health

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South Carolina Department of Public Health in Allendale tests for HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes, and hepatitis C on a sliding-scale fee: appointments are required, bacterial infections are treated the same visit, and care is delivered in Spanish.

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Herpes and Hepatitis C Are in the Panel

The clinic screens for herpes and hepatitis C alongside the core four, and hepatitis C infection can be managed on-site. Meaning a single appointment can surface conditions that a narrower panel would simply miss and leave untreated.

PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP Available Here

Plenty of STI clinics handle testing and treatment but stop short of prescribing prevention medication. South Carolina Department of Public Health in Allendale carries PrEP, PEP, and DoxyPEP, putting all three prevention tools in the hands of the same clinical team that handles your testing.

Clinical Services Available in Spanish

Care at this clinic is delivered in Spanish, so patients can describe symptoms, ask about dosing, and weigh prevention options with the same precision they would in English. Nothing gets lost at the point where accuracy matters most.

Tests & treats Sliding-scale PrEP DoxyPEP
Address
571 Memorial Avenue North, Allendale, SC 29810
Booking
Appointment required
Opening hours
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
Website
Community health center 9.9 miles

Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services

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Rated 2.3 out of 5 from 4 reviews

Beaufort Jasper Hampton Comprehensive Health Services in Hampton requires an appointment and covers gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, and rapid HIV testing with same-visit treatment for bacterial infections: fees run on a sliding scale accepted alongside Medicaid, Medicare, and private insurance.

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HIV Diagnosis Doesn't Stop at the Test

Without a funded care pathway, a new HIV diagnosis at a testing clinic can stall for weeks while a patient navigates costs, specialist availability, and insurance hurdles. Beaufort Jasper Hampton's Ryan White funding means the care continuum, from initial HIV testing through ongoing treatment and medication adherence counseling, stays inside this clinic, so that gap doesn't open.

Tests & treats Ryan White HIV care Sliding-scale
Address
200 Elm Street East, Hampton, SC 29924
Booking
Appointment required
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Labcorp

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Rated 3.2 out of 5 from 46 reviews
Address
116 Stagecoach Lane, Orangeburg, SC 29118 44.5 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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 4.2 out of 5 from 40 reviews
Address
1895 Saint Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118 44.7 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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Quest Diagnostics

Results in 1–2 days
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Rated 3.8 out of 5 from 76 reviews
Address
1601 Fair Road, Statesboro, GA 30458 48.9 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 12:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhea
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes
  • Hepatitis A
  • Hepatitis B
  • Hepatitis C
  • Rapid HIV
  • Conventional HIV
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Labcorp

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Rated 2.8 out of 5 from 82 reviews
Address
1865 North Paris Avenue, Port Royal, SC 29935 51.0 miles away
Opening hours
  • Monday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Tuesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Wednesday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Thursday 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
  • Friday 7:30 AM – 4:30 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 Fairfax, SC

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.

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At-home STD testing in Fairfax, SC

The nearest testing center is less than a mile away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Fairfax, 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 Fairfax, SC

Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Allendale 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.

  • Allendale County Hospital

    1787 Allendale-Fairfax Highway, Fairfax, SC 29827

    CMS-certified lab

    • STD testing
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Showing the nearest 1 CLIA-certified labs.

Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Fairfax. 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 Fairfax, SC who may help arrange STD testing

Beyond dedicated clinics, 59 primary-care, OB-GYN, infectious-disease and other clinicians have a CMS practice record within 30 miles of Fairfax. They may be able to evaluate symptoms or order a confidential STD panel during a regular visit, and 7 offer telehealth.

  • Vishal Abiraj, MD

    Internal medicine · 333 Revolutionary Trail, Fairfax

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  • Colton Johnson

    Family medicine · 333 Revolutionary Trail, Fairfax

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  • Gerardo Baldassarri, MD

    Family medicine · 1787 Allendale Fairfax Highway, Fairfax

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  • David Yerkes, DO

    Family medicine · 1787 Allendale Fairfax Highway, Fairfax

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  • Luis Vega, MD

    Family medicine · 300 Maple Street West, Hampton

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  • David Castor, MD

    Family medicine · 1000 Pine Street West, Varnville

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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 Fairfax, SC

No pharmacy near Fairfax, SC 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.

  • Fairfax Pharmacy

    0.5 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Rite Aid 5.3 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • Walgreens 5.3 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsPrEP/PEP fillsHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions
  • CVS Pharmacy 9.3 mi
    Rx pickupOTC HIV self-testAt-home STI kitsMinuteClinic STI careHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC
    Directions

  • Vincent Drugs

    9.8 mi
    Rx pickupCondoms / EC
    Directions

Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Fairfax, SC.

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 Fairfax, 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 Allendale County: the local picture

How reported STI rates in Allendale County, the county that includes Fairfax, compare with South Carolina and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~27% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.

#1 of 46 South Carolina counties for chlamydia, among the very highest in the state

Reported STD rates per 100,000, Allendale County vs South Carolina vs U.S.

Allendale County South Carolina U.S. ▲▼ = Allendale County vs the state average
Infection Allendale County South Carolina United States
Chlamydia
1424.9 105 cases ▲ 133%
612.1 492.2
Gonorrhea
420.7 31 cases ▲ 89%
222.4 179.5
Syphilis (P&S)
27.1 2 cases ▲ 57%
17.3 15.8
Syphilis (early)
27.1 2 cases ▲ 44%
18.8 16
Syphilis (late/unknown)
27.1 2 cases ▲ 132%
11.7 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 Allendale County over time (per 100,000)

Chlamydia ▲ 1% vs 2022
Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
0 725 1450 2020202120222023

Between 2020 and 2023 in Allendale County, chlamydia has risen from 1082.2 to 1424.9 per 100,000 (32%), gonorrhea has fallen from 547.3 to 420.7 per 100,000 (23%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 12.4 to 27.1 per 100,000 (119%).

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 Fairfax, SC

Adults uninsured
17.3%
No routine checkup
19.1%
No transportation
13.3%
Binge drinking
13.7%
Frequent mental distress
17.3%
Depression
18.9%
Below poverty line
19.6%
Primary-care ratio
1,965 : 1
Allendale County
  • Primary-care shortage score 22 / 26
  • Medically Underserved Area · IMU 55.9
  • Social Vulnerability Index · 100th 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 Allendale County.

Local HIV snapshot

HIV in Allendale County (2023)

Federal priority area: South Carolina is one of the U.S. jurisdictions prioritized under the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative: targeted federal funding to expand local HIV testing, PrEP, and prevention.

People living with HIV
665 / 100k
PrEP users / 100k
155

Allendale County HIV care continuum (2021)

Allendale County recorded 0 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2021), against 18.3 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among Allendale County residents living with HIV, 85% 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 Allendale County tests for syphilis.

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

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Local context

About Fairfax, SC

Fairfax takes its name from the English county, a nod to early settlement roots that still shape the character of this South Carolina town. Today, residents navigate modest living costs alongside real economic pressures, with many households spanning generations under one roof. For young adults in Fairfax, a substantial presence across late teens through their thirties, confidential STI screening fits into life decisions around work, relationships, and planning ahead, even when money is tight. Testing clinics and health providers in and around Fairfax listed on this page understand that discretion matters here. Results remain between you and the clinic; no routine notification reaches employers, family, or neighbors.

Walk-in appointments and sliding-scale fees reflect the economic reality many residents face, making screening accessible without financial shock. The geography of Fairfax, anchored by Triangle Park and threaded by US 321 and US 278, means some residents travel to neighboring towns for certain services. That said, local clinics and visiting providers bring testing directly to the community, so you need not always go far. Whether you're establishing baseline health before a new job or simply staying current with routine care, confidential screening is within reach.

Getting there

How residents reach STD testing in Fairfax, SC

Walkability 5.25 / 20 · Least walkable

At 5.25/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Fairfax 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 7 STD & STI testing locations in Fairfax, South Carolina, EasySTD

ZIP 29827 snapshot

Residents
3,792
Median age
42
Median income
$44,688

ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 29827 area around Fairfax: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Fairfax alone.

Fairfax sits in Allendale County, ZIP 29827. Local context that shapes where residents test:

Local landmarks

  • Triangle Park

Major routes

  • US 321 (Hampton Avenue)
  • US 278 (Allendale-Fairfax Highway)

Reference

STD testing in Fairfax, SC: screening, costs & privacy

Everything to know before you test in Allendale County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under South Carolina 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 a Fairfax-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 Fairfax 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 South Carolina

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

Two things that actually depend on South Carolina 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 South Carolina, 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)

South Carolina 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 South Carolina

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 Fairfax, SC

Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.

Is walk-in STD testing available near Fairfax, SC?

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

Can I use Medicaid for testing?

Yes, Medicaid typically covers it, and public clinics are free either way.

Is there free HIV testing near Fairfax, SC?

Yes, free HIV testing is available at public clinics in the area.

What's included in a full panel near Fairfax, SC?

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

How common is chlamydia in Allendale County?

Allendale County reported ~1,425 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the South Carolina average.

How long do results take near Fairfax, SC?

Most results are ready in about 1–2 days.

Can I get PrEP near Fairfax, SC?

Yes, PrEP, a daily pill that helps prevent HIV in HIV-negative people, is available in the area.

Can someone under 18 get tested in South Carolina without a parent?

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

How do at-home STD kits work near Fairfax, SC?

A kit ships to your address; you collect a urine, swab, or finger-stick sample, mail it to the lab, and get results online in a few days.

What happens if chlamydia goes untreated?

Untreated chlamydia can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease and fertility problems, caught early, it's cured with antibiotics.

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