At-home STD test kit
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- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- HIV
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Herpes
- Trichomoniasis
STD Testing in Koliganek, AK: At-Home, CLIA Labs & Doctors
Dillingham's reported chlamydia rate runs about 81% higher than the US average. Whether it's your first STI test or a routine screening in Koliganek, Alaska, weigh whether you prefer clinics that may bill insurance or private labs that let you pay a flat self-pay price. In either case, the list below has your options.
- 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 Koliganek, AK
No in-person testing centers are located in Koliganek, AK. FDA-authorized at-home STD kits ship to your ZIP with lab results in a few days. Compare the at-home and online options below.
Order online, test at a national lab
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- Order from Koliganek, AK Online order
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- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- HIV
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Herpes
- Trichomoniasis
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 |
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| 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.
Every other option
More ways to get tested in Koliganek, AK
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 Koliganek, AK
If you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Koliganek, 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 range: couples & full panels
$79 & up
- Panel:
- Up to 14 infections, incl. HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis & herpes
- Sample:
- Self-collect: swab, urine, finger-prick
- Results:
- 2–5 days, online
- Free phone consult if positive
- CLIA-certified labs
- Couples & subscription options
- Discreet packaging
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 Koliganek, AK
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve Dillingham Census Area, 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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Bristol Bay Area Health
6000 Kanakanak Road, Dillingham, AK 99576
CMS-certified lab Accredited · College of American Pathologists
- Full STD panel
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Koliganek. 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.
Nearby pharmacies
Pharmacies near Koliganek, AK
No pharmacy near Koliganek, AK 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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199 mi Rx pickupHPV & Hep B vaccinesCondoms / EC -
Scotts Family Pharmacy Health and Nutrition
199 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Ulmer's Drug & Hardware
199 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Homer Rexall Drugs
199 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Carrs Pharmacy
214 miRx pickupCondoms / EC
Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Koliganek, AK.
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 Koliganek, 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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From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
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Visit from $0 insured
Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy
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$0 with most insurance
Free online PrEP & DoxyPEP: HIV prevention, home lab kits, no in-person visit
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Visit from $39
Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP: same-day prescriptions to your pharmacy
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 Dillingham Census Area: the local picture
How reported STI rates in Dillingham Census Area, the census area that includes Koliganek, compare with Alaska and U.S. averages, based on the most recent 2023 surveillance data. An estimated ~30% of residents are aged 15–34 (ACS), the age group with the highest reported chlamydia and gonorrhea rates nationally.
#7 of 30 Alaska counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 77% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, Dillingham Census Area vs Alaska vs U.S.
Dillingham Census Area Alaska U.S. ▲▼ = Dillingham Census Area vs the state average
| Infection | Dillingham Census Area | Alaska | United States |
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| Chlamydia | 890 41 cases ▲ 28% | 697.7 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 325.6 15 cases ▲ 5% | 310.9 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | 86.8 4 cases ▲ 286% | 22.5 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | 21.7 1 cases ▲ 99% | 10.9 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | 65.1 3 cases ▲ 226% | 20 | 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 Dillingham Census Area over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▲ 50% vs 2022 Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in Dillingham Census Area, chlamydia has fallen from 1605.9 to 890 per 100,000 (45%), gonorrhea has fallen from 576.5 to 325.6 per 100,000 (44%), and P&S syphilis has fallen from 144.1 to 86.8 per 100,000 (40%).
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 Koliganek, AK
- Adults uninsured
- 11.1%
- No routine checkup
- 36.2%
- No transportation
- 13.2%
- Binge drinking
- 19.1%
- Frequent mental distress
- 17.9%
- Depression
- 19.9%
- Below poverty line
- 12.1%
- Primary-care ratio
- 398 : 1
- Dillingham Census Area
- Primary-care shortage score 19 / 26
- Medically Underserved Area
- Social Vulnerability Index · 89th 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 Dillingham Census Area.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in Dillingham Census Area (2024)
- PrEP users / 100k
- 141
Sources: AIDSVu (Emory/Gilead) · CDC AHEAD. 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 Dillingham Census Area 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 99576 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US99576 (opens in a new tab)
- County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: Dillingham Census Area https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/alaska/dillingham (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 Koliganek, AK
Koliganek's rural spread means that for many residents, getting around requires a drive down the highway out of town. For young adults in their late teens and twenties, this can be a significant factor in accessing essential health services. Many are establishing their careers, with a substantial portion of the workforce actively employed, and some are already building families, as evidenced by the larger household sizes.
The community has a strong foundation of homeowners, with a significant number of residents owning their homes. However, for those who rent, the typical monthly rent can be a considerable expense. The presence of households with higher incomes and a notable share of married adults suggests a diverse community with various needs and priorities. With a considerable portion of the population still forming relationships and establishing their adult lives, having convenient access to low-friction screening can make a big difference in their health and well-being.
The range of options listed here makes it possible for residents to find a solution that fits their busy lives, whether they live near a main road or in a more outlying area. For those living in neighborhoods along the highway, or near other parts of town, there's a chance to prioritize their health without adding extra stress to their daily routines.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Koliganek, AK
Walkability 4.55 / 20 · Least walkable
At 4.55/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Koliganek 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 99576 snapshot
- Residents
- 2,464
- Median age
- 30.7
- Median income
- $94,519
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 99576 area around Koliganek: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Koliganek alone.
Nearby cities & towns
Nearby cities and towns near Koliganek, AK
Just outside Koliganek? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Reference
STD testing in Koliganek, AK: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in Dillingham Census Area: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Alaska 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 |
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| 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 Koliganek-area provider.
| Infection | Earliest reliable test | Sample |
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| 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 Koliganek 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 |
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| 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 Alaska
Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Alaska 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 Alaska, 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)
Alaska 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 AlaskaSource: 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 Koliganek, AK
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Is walk-in STD testing available near Koliganek, AK?
Yes, several local labs offer same-day walk-in testing; best to call first.
How much does STD testing cost near Koliganek, AK?
Private labs run about $24 for one test and $139 for a full panel; at-home kits are $49+.
What's included in a full panel near Koliganek, AK?
A full panel typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and hepatitis B and C.
How common is chlamydia in Dillingham Census Area?
Dillingham Census Area reported ~890 chlamydia cases per 100,000 in 2023, above the Alaska average.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Alaska without a parent?
In Alaska, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
How is trichomoniasis tested near Koliganek, AK?
A urine test or swab finds trichomoniasis, one of the most treatable STIs.
Can a cold sore cause genital herpes?
It can; oral HSV-1 transmits to the genitals during oral sex.
What should I do after sexual assault?
Go to an ER or call RAINN (800-656-4673); they provide testing, PEP, and support right away.
When is a chlamydia test accurate?
Wait roughly 1–2 weeks after exposure for a reliable chlamydia result.
What samples are used for STD testing near Koliganek, AK?
Usually urine or a swab for chlamydia/gonorrhea, and blood for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.
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