Definitions

• Anonymous Testing means that the clinic keeps no record of your name. They use only a code to process your records and your blood specimen.
  
  
• Confidential Testing means that the clinic keeps your name in their records and must keep your medical record information (like all other recorded information) private and they are generally prohibited from releasing HIV information except by your written permission.  Patients often sign a consent to bill form which gives permission to release information to an insurance company. You can check this with your provider.
  
  
• See also: Pros & cons of "anonymous" and "confidential" HIV testing

The Why HIV Testing Is Important for YOU fact sheet contains the following information:

• Definitions of HIV and AIDS
• Basic information about transmission of HIV
• Suggestions for risk reduction
• Reasons for testing
• What to expect when getting tested

It also directs people to testing services and medical treatment for HIV in Seattle/King County. The fact sheet is formatted to be printed as a two sided flyer in color or black and white.

It is available in Adobe PDF format in these languages:

	Amharic		English		Spanish
	Arabic		French		Tigrigna
	Cambodian		Oromo		Vietnamese
	Chinese		Somali

• Most private providers and HMOs provide testing and care confidentially, but a few provide anonymous testing.
• Cost varies

HIV/STD Hotline

• The Public Health HIV/STD Hotline makes confidential or anonymous HIV testing appointments at various Public Health Centers throughout King County. Call (206) 205-7837; TTY (206) 296-4843
• Available in English and Spanish
• Sliding fee scale

STD Clinic at Harborview Medical Center

Public Health's STD Clinic
Harborview Medical Center
325 9th Ave., Seattle, WA  (Ground Floor East Clinic Wing)
206-744-3590

	Map and driving directions
	Use Metro's Trip Planner to determine which bus route(s) nearest you will take you to the STD Clinic.

Walk-in clinic for STD evaluation and HIV testing

• Monday, Wednesday-Friday, 7:45 AM – 6:30 PM
• Tuesday, 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Walk-in patients are advised to arrive at the clinic before 3:00 PM. We can usually see all patients who arrive before 3:00 and sometimes take additional walk-in patients after 3:00, but it is hard to predict.

If you want to be seen on a walk-in basis, it is best to call the clinic at 206-744-3590 and ask if we can serve you. If we cannot see you that day due to large volumes, we will let you know and suggest an alternate time that may work better.

Fees are based on income using a sliding scale. NO PERSON WILL BE DENIED SERVICE BECAUSE OF INABILITY TO PAY. Patients may be charged a minimum fee of $15. Fees will be discussed with the provider you see.

For information on STDs, call the HIV/STD Hotline for information at
206-205-7837.

Gay City Health Project Wellness Center

• Located at: 511 E. Pike St., Seattle, WA 98122
• Anonymous or confidential HIV & STD screening focused on the needs of gay and bisexual men.
• Standard and rapid testing available.
• HIV Testing Hours: Tuesday to Friday 3:30-8pm and Saturdays 1-5pm.
  
• Call 206-860-6969 for an appointment or for walk-in times
• Website: www.gaycity.org

Home Access Kit

• Anonymous
• As accurate as other testing
• Buy at your local pharmacy
• Cost varies ($30 - $50)
• Click here for details on the Home Access Kit

Planned Parenthood

• Confidential or anonymous testing
• STD testing also available
• $38 - $60 (depends on monthly income)
• Call 1-800-230-7526 for appointment nearest you or visit their website at www.plannedparenthood.org

Additional Information

• Information on rapid testing from the CDC
• HIV Testing Update
• Washington State rapid HIV testing and counseling guide