Chlamydia is one of the most reported types of STD. Caused by the Chlamydia trachomatis bacteria; it is transmitted through oral, anal, and vaginal sex. Because the disease is asymptomatic, 75% of women and 50% of are unaware that they are infected. When patients do experiences symptoms, these symptoms are mild. If chlamydia remains undetected, it can cause sterility and ectopic pregnancy.

Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted disease caused by the neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria. It resides in warm and damp areas of the body like the uterus and can even reside in the mouth, throat, anus and eyes. If the disease remains untreated it can cause problems like pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility and ectopic pregnancy.

The chlamydia and neisseria gonorrhoeae (NAA) urine test can identify the presence of both of these STDs. The nucleic acid amplification test is highly recommended due to its high sensitivity levels. It is important to detect these diseases as soon as possible, to begin a treatment plan.

These STD tests are painless and can be scheduled at your nearest Health Testing Centers location.