Chlamydia Test

Chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD in the United States — and most people who have it have no symptoms at all. Left untreated, it can cause serious reproductive damage, including infertility. Testing is simple: just a urine sample, no exam, no undressing, with results delivered privately to your email in 1–2 business days.

Urine sample only
Results in 1–2 days
99.8% accurate
100% confidential
How it works
1
Order online
Select the chlamydia test and find a lab near you. No appointment needed at most locations.
2
Visit a local lab
Over 4,500 locations nationwide. The visit takes about 5 minutes.
No exam · No undressing
3
Provide a urine sample
Chlamydia testing requires only a urine sample. No swabs, no pelvic exam, no blood draw.
Urine only
4
Get your results
Secure, private results delivered to your email in 1–2 business days.
If positive — doctor consult included
Test Type
Urine
No exam or blood draw required
Results In
1–2 Days
Delivered to your email
Accuracy
99.8%
FDA-cleared test
Privacy
100%
Discreet billing & results

Why get tested for chlamydia?

Most people have no symptoms

Chlamydia is often called a 'silent' infection because the majority of people who have it never notice anything wrong. You can carry and transmit it for months — or years — without knowing. Testing is the only reliable way to find out.

It's the most reported STD in the U.S.

The CDC receives more chlamydia reports than any other STD in the country, with millions of new cases each year. Young adults aged 15–24 account for the majority of those cases. High prevalence means higher exposure risk, even with a single partner.

Untreated chlamydia can cause permanent damage

In women, untreated chlamydia can spread to the uterus and fallopian tubes, causing pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) — a leading cause of infertility and ectopic pregnancy. In men, it can lead to epididymitis and, in rare cases, infertility. Early detection stops this before it starts.

Treatment is straightforward when caught early

Chlamydia is curable with a short course of antibiotics. When caught early, treatment is simple and effective. Waiting longer doesn't make it easier — it increases the risk of complications and the chance of unknowingly passing it to a partner.

What to expect

01
Before your visit
Avoid urinating for 1–2 hours beforehand
For the most accurate result, try not to urinate for at least one to two hours before providing your sample. No other preparation is needed.
02
At the lab
A urine sample — nothing more
You'll provide a small urine sample in a private restroom at the lab. There's no exam, no undressing, and the entire visit typically takes about five minutes.
03
Your results
Private results in 1–2 business days
Results are delivered securely to your email. If your result is positive, a physician consultation is included at no extra cost to help you understand your next steps.

Know your status — get tested today

Same-day testing at 4,500+ locations. No appointment needed. Results in 1–2 days.

Common questions

The urine-based NAAT (nucleic acid amplification test) used for chlamydia detection is highly accurate — with sensitivity and specificity rates above 99%. It's the testing method recommended by the CDC for both men and women. False negatives are rare but more likely if you urinate within an hour before providing your sample.
Chlamydia can typically be detected 1–2 weeks after exposure, though waiting at least two weeks after a potential exposure gives the most reliable result. Testing too soon may produce a false negative even if infection is present.
Yes — and this is common. Most people with chlamydia have no symptoms at all, which is exactly why routine testing matters. Symptoms, when they do appear, can include unusual discharge, burning during urination, or pelvic discomfort, but many infections remain completely silent.
The CDC recommends annual chlamydia screening for all sexually active women under 25, and for older women with new or multiple partners. Men who have sex with men should also be screened regularly. Anyone with a new partner or who has had unprotected sex has reason to test, regardless of symptoms.
A positive result means you have a chlamydia infection — but it's treatable. A physician consultation is included with your test if you test positive, so you can discuss antibiotic treatment right away. You should also notify recent sexual partners so they can be tested and treated if needed.
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