What's this test for?

This test is designed for nannies, babysitters, healthcare workers, and anyone providing direct care to children. It screens for infectious diseases that could potentially be transmitted to vulnerable young children, including HIV, hepatitis, syphilis, herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. Parents and caregivers use this test to ensure a safe environment and gain peace of mind when hiring or working with childcare providers.

What happens after I get my results?

You'll receive doctor notes in simple, understandable language explaining your infectious disease screening results and what they mean for your ability to safely work with children. These notes include next steps, whether that's clearance to work with children, recommendations for treatment if needed, or guidance on retesting timelines. You'll also get the standard lab report and can track your health status over time using our trends feature, which is especially helpful for ongoing childcare employment requirements.

What's included in this test?

This panel measures T. Pallidum Antibody (syphilis), HIV Antigen/Antibody (4th generation), Hepatitis A IgM, Hepatitis C Antibody, Hepatitis B Core Antibody (IgM), Hepatitis B Surface Antigen, HSV 1 IgG Type Specific Antibody, HSV 2 IgG Type Specific Antibody, Chlamydia Trachomatis RNA, and Neisseria Gonorrhoeae RNA. This comprehensive screening panel tests for HIV (fourth generation antigen/antibody test), hepatitis A, B, and C (including acute infection markers), syphilis antibodies, herpes simplex virus types 1 and 2, and chlamydia and gonorrhea. Together, these tests identify the most common infectious diseases that pose transmission risks in childcare settings, ensuring caregivers can safely interact with children without risk of passing on infections through routine contact or bodily fluids.

How should I prepare for this test?

For the chlamydia and gonorrhea portion of this test, you should not urinate for at least 1 hour before providing your specimen. When collecting the urine sample, use a sterile cup and collect the first 20-60 mL of your urine stream (the very beginning, not midstream). The blood draw portion requires no special preparation, though you may want to stay hydrated for easier blood collection.

When will I get my results?

Most results are available within 7 business days. However, if any of your initial screening tests require confirmation testing (which happens when results are positive or indeterminate), the timeline may be extended by several days. This additional testing ensures accuracy, which is especially important for employment clearance and childcare safety decisions.

Who should consider getting this test?

This test is essential for anyone seeking employment as a nanny, babysitter, au pair, or childcare provider, as many families require infectious disease screening before hiring. It's also important for healthcare workers who care for pediatric patients, daycare employees, and teachers working with young children. Even family members or friends who regularly provide childcare may want this screening to ensure they're not unknowingly carrying infections that could harm children.

Why do childcare workers need infectious disease screening?

Children, especially infants and toddlers, have developing immune systems that make them more vulnerable to infections that adults might carry without symptoms. Caregivers have close physical contact with children through diaper changes, feeding, wiping noses, and caring for cuts or scrapes, creating opportunities for disease transmission. Screening ensures caregivers don't unknowingly expose children to serious infections like hepatitis or HIV through these routine caregiving activities.

What symptoms might indicate I need this screening?

Many of the infections in this panel can be asymptomatic, which is why screening is important even if you feel healthy. However, symptoms like unexplained fatigue, fever, unusual sores or rashes, painful urination, abnormal discharge, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), or flu-like symptoms that persist could indicate infection. If you've had unprotected sexual contact or potential exposure to blood or bodily fluids, screening is recommended regardless of symptoms.

How can I maintain good health while working with children?

Practice excellent hand hygiene by washing hands thoroughly after diaper changes, before preparing food, and after wiping noses or handling bodily fluids. Use universal precautions like gloves when appropriate, and never work with children when you're feeling ill with contagious symptoms. Get regular health checkups, stay current on vaccinations, practice safe sex to prevent STD transmission, and maintain a healthy lifestyle with good sleep, nutrition, and stress management to keep your immune system strong.

How often should childcare workers get retested?

If your results are negative and you're actively working in childcare, annual screening is commonly recommended by employers and childcare agencies. However, if you have potential exposure incidents (needle stick, sexual contact with an infected person, sharing needles), you should retest immediately and follow up at 3 and 6 months as some infections take time to appear on tests. Families may also request updated screening when renewing employment contracts or if circumstances change.

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.Long story short: In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want. If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test. Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout. If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want. When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system. Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way. You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy! If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

How do I know which test to get?

In the test options, find the test you want. If you’re not sure which test to get, we can lend a hand in finding the right option. Just text or call us at 754-799-7833, email us at support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you. We've got your back and reply quickly.

When will my lab results be available?

Most test results will be available within 1–3 business days. Once they're ready, we'll send an email and text message to let you know. After your blood draw, just hang tight and don't worry – we'll keep you updated and in the loop! If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com, and we'll gladly help you.

Is it possible to make changes to my lab order if I made a mistake with the name, date of birth, or any other details?

Absolutely! We totally understand that errors can happen. No worries, we're here to help you. Just reach out to us via text at 754-799-7833 or shoot us an email at support@privatemdlabs.com. Remember to include your order number and let us know the correct information you’d like to update. Our awesome team will jump right in and make sure everything is sorted out and accurate for you. There are no changes necessary if your address is wrong on the requisition though. We don’t mail anything out. Our lab requires an address to be listed to generate an order.

Do you accept health insurance?

Only HSA & FSA is accepted. Our services are strictly self-pay and cannot be submitted to your health insurance provider except for Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Savings Accounts. This policy applies to all insurance companies, including federal health insurance programs like Medicare. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com.

Can I cancel my order?

Yes. We get it – sometimes your needs change. As long as your samples haven’t been collected yet, we’re happy to help you cancel your order. If you have any further questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com. You can read more about our cancellation policy here.

How can I find a lab location near me?

During the ordering process, you’ll be able to select a specific lab near you, with no strings attached! You can switch it up later easily and visit any of our authorized locations as long as it’s the same lab company you selected your test for (Quest Diagnostics or Labcorp). Before you proceed with your order, feel free to browse through all our lab locations here. This will give you the peace of mind of knowing that there's a lab nearby your home, office or your favorite gym. If you have any questions, please text us at 754-799-7833 or email support@privatemdlabs.com and we'll gladly help you.

Caregiver Health Screening - Infectious Disease Panel

Getting your blood test with us is easy, private & backed by the power of science.

Long story short:

In the test options, use the filters or search box to narrow your choices and find the test you want.
If you need a hand navigating through options, text our super friendly support team at 754-799-7833, and we'll provide tailored suggestions to help you find the ideal test.
Once your order is placed, we’ll create your doctor’s lab order remotely, without any need for you to make a trip to a doctor in person or to talk to the doctor. Expect to receive your doctor’s lab order right in your inbox. It will also be in your patient portal if you need to find it later. We’ll also include instructions regarding fasting and other requirements for your test. Your patient portal will be auto-created hassle-free during checkout.
If this is your first time ordering, you'll be prompted to create a password for instant login access to your patient portal. It's a quick way to conveniently access your orders and results whenever you want.
When you’re ready, visit one of our 4,000 locations. Just bring your ID – no printing or faxing of your lab order is needed, as your order and details will already be in the lab system.
Note that most lab locations don’t accept walk-ins, so it’s best to book an appointment in advance. Don’t worry – we’ll provide detailed instructions along the way.
You’ll get your results via email & SMS and dive into understanding your body better. Yup, that easy!

754-799-7833

support@privatemdlabs.com

Infectious Disease Test for Child Caregivers and Nannies

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