Sanford Health Laboratories
- Address
- 243 Clark Avenue North, Kelliher, MN 64.3 miles away
- Phone
- 218‑647‑8832
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
STD Testing in Nett Lake, MN: Same-Day, Low-Cost & Confidential
Nett Lake, Minnesota residents experience reported gonorrhea cases in St. Louis County about 51% lower than the US average. Whether for symptoms or peace of mind, consider public clinics, private labs, and at-home kits in Nett Lake, Minnesota for weighing speed and convenience against cost. Your options await 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 Nett Lake, MN
No STD testing centers are located in Nett Lake, MN. The nearest, Sanford Health Laboratories, is about 64.3 miles away. At-home STD kits and online lab tests ship to your ZIP; compare private labs and at-home kits below.
Sanford Health Laboratories
- Address
- 81 First Street Northwest, Blackduck, MN 73.0 miles away
- Phone
- 218‑835‑4222
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- Syphilis
- Herpes
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis C
- Rapid HIV
- Conventional HIV
Sanford Health Laboratories
- Address
- 219 Grant Utley Avenue Northwest, Cass Lake, MN 87.2 miles away
- Phone
- 218‑335‑2559
- 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.
Every other option
More ways to get tested in Nett Lake, MN
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 Nett Lake, MN
The nearest testing center is about 64 miles away; if you'd rather skip the trip, an at-home kit ships to Nett Lake, 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 Nett Lake, MN
Beyond the public testing sites above, these federally certified (CLIA) labs serve St. Louis 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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Bois Forte Medical Clinic LAB
5219 St John'S Drive, Nett Lake, MN 55772
CMS-certified lab
- STD testing
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Aspirus ST Luke's Dermatology
920 East First St Suite 201, Duluth, MN 55805
CMS-certified lab
- STD testing
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Scenic Rivers Health Services - Eveleth
239 Mckinley Avenue, Eveleth, MN 55734
CMS-certified lab
- STD testing
Source: CMS CLIA registry (Provider of Services), Q1 2026. Federal public records: active CLIA-certified laboratories near Nett Lake. 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 Nett Lake, MN
No pharmacy near Nett Lake, MN 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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Franks Pharmacy
26 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
International Drug
36 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Bigfork Valley Pharmacy
36 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Ann Yapel, Pharmd
36 miRx pickupCondoms / EC -
Essentia Health-International Falls Pharmacy
36 miRx pickupCondoms / EC
Showing the 5 closest pharmacies to Nett Lake, MN.
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 Nett Lake, 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 $39
Online STI treatment & DoxyPEP: same-day prescriptions 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 $0 insured
Telehealth STI treatment and sexual-health care, delivered or to your pharmacy
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From $0 insured
Telehealth PrEP & DoxyPEP with at-home testing and ongoing monitoring
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 St. Louis County: the local picture
How reported STI rates in St. Louis County, the county that includes Nett Lake, compare with Minnesota 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.
#16 of 87 Minnesota counties for chlamydia, a higher rate than 82% of the state
Reported STD rates per 100,000, St. Louis County vs Minnesota vs U.S.
St. Louis County Minnesota U.S. ▲▼ = St. Louis County vs the state average
| Infection | St. Louis County | Minnesota | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chlamydia | 298.2 598 cases ▼ 21% | 379.5 | 492.2 |
| Gonorrhea | 88.8 178 cases ▼ 34% | 134.5 | 179.5 |
| Syphilis (P&S) | 9.5 19 cases ▲ 9% | 8.7 | 15.8 |
| Syphilis (early) | 3.5 7 cases ▼ 48% | 6.7 | 16 |
| Syphilis (late/unknown) | 8 16 cases ▼ 46% | 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 St. Louis County over time (per 100,000)
Chlamydia ▼ 13% vs 2022 Chlamydia Gonorrhea Syphilis (P&S)
Between 2020 and 2023 in St. Louis County, chlamydia has fallen from 383.1 to 298.2 per 100,000 (22%), gonorrhea has fallen from 152.3 to 88.8 per 100,000 (42%), and P&S syphilis has risen from 4 to 9.5 per 100,000 (138%).
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 Nett Lake, MN
- Adults uninsured
- 6.8%
- No routine checkup
- 21.7%
- No transportation
- 8.6%
- Binge drinking
- 16.4%
- Frequent mental distress
- 15.2%
- Depression
- 22.7%
- Below poverty line
- 12.8%
- Primary-care ratio
- 810 : 1
- St. Louis County
- Primary-care shortage score 17 / 26
- Medically Underserved Area · IMU 50.28
- Social Vulnerability Index · 31st 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 St. Louis County.
Local HIV snapshot
HIV in St. Louis County (2023)
- People living with HIV
- 99 / 100k
- New diagnoses (2023)
- 5cases countywide
- PrEP users / 100k
- 89 · PnR 31.2
St. Louis County HIV care continuum (2023)
St. Louis County recorded 2.9 new HIV diagnoses per 100,000 (2023), against 6.7 statewide and 13.7 nationally. Among St. Louis County residents living with HIV, 83.5% are in care · 77.6% 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 St. Louis 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 55771 https://data.census.gov/profile?g=860Z200US55771 (opens in a new tab)
- County Health Rankings & Roadmaps: St. Louis County https://www.countyhealthrankings.org/health-data/minnesota/st-louis (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 Nett Lake, MN
A young adult drawn to Nett Lake often comes for work in forestry, seasonal employment near the lakes, or family ties that run deep in the Bois Forte Band community. Those transitions (landing a job, moving into a new living situation, or starting a relationship) are exactly when confidential STI testing becomes practical and necessary. Testing clinics and urgent care providers in and around Nett Lake listed on this page offer straightforward screening without requiring you to explain your reasons or worry that word will circle back through a small community where privacy matters. The testing process itself is quick and handled with clinical professionalism; what you share stays with the provider, and results come back to you alone.
Many young adults in the area value knowing their status before moving forward with a partner, and the confidentiality built into each visit, whether at a clinic or through a telehealth option, means you can get answers without the social friction that sometimes keeps people from seeking care in tight-knit places. If you're new to the area or simply haven't had routine screening in a while, the providers listed on this page can walk you through what to expect. Getting tested is one of the clearest ways to stay informed about your health, and the clinics serving Nett Lake are set up to make that straightforward.
Getting there
How residents reach STD testing in Nett Lake, MN
Walkability 5.29 / 20 · Least walkable
At 5.29/20 on the EPA walkability index, day-to-day errands in Nett Lake 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 55771 snapshot
- Residents
- 1,616
- Median age
- 46.9
- Median income
- $65,893
ZIP-level Census figures for the wider 55771 area around Nett Lake: a single ZIP can span several communities, so they describe the area, not Nett Lake alone.
Nett Lake sits in St. Louis County, ZIP 55771. Local context that shapes where residents test:
Local landmarks
- Bois Forte Veteran's Memorial Park
- Bois Forte Veteran's Memorial
Nearby cities & towns
Nearby cities and towns near Nett Lake, MN
Just outside Nett Lake? These nearby communities have their own testing guides: clinics, at-home kits, and free screening close to home.
Reference
STD testing in Nett Lake, MN: screening, costs & privacy
Everything to know before you test in St. Louis County: the CDC's screening guidelines, each infection's detection window, per-test reference prices, and your privacy rights under Minnesota 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 a Nett Lake-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 Nett Lake 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 Minnesota
Minor consent and partner treatment (EPT) under state law, plus how to test privately
Two things that actually depend on Minnesota 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 Minnesota, 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)
Minnesota 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 MinnesotaSource: 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 Nett Lake, MN
Answers to the questions people ask most before getting tested.
Where can I get tested for STDs in Nett Lake, MN?
The closest is Sanford Health Laboratories (64.3 mi).
Does Medicaid cover STD testing?
Medicaid generally covers STD testing.
Which tests are offered near Nett Lake, MN?
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 St. Louis County?
About 298 cases per 100,000 residents (2023), below the Minnesota average.
Can someone under 18 get tested in Minnesota without a parent?
In Minnesota, people under 18 can consent to confidential STD testing and treatment on their own.
How do I prepare for an STD test near Nett Lake, MN?
Just note your exposure dates and symptoms; for urine tests, hold off urinating ~1 hour before.
What is expedited partner therapy?
Expedited partner therapy lets a provider treat a partner without an exam, where state law allows.
Should I get tested for STDs while pregnant?
Yes, the CDC recommends STI screening early in pregnancy, since untreated infections can affect the baby.
Clinic or at-home test, which is better near Nett Lake, MN?
A clinic offers same-day answers and on-site treatment; an at-home kit trades that for privacy and convenience, both use real lab testing.
Am I clear if my HIV test is negative?
No HIV found; just confirm with a retest if you tested soon after a possible exposure.
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