This page is general health information, not medical advice. It cannot tell you whether you have an infection. A clinician can, and the testing options on this site are a good place to start.

Wanting answers fast is normal. Some STI tests can give a result during one visit. Others need a lab, and the answer comes back days later.

This guide explains how to plan a same day STD testing visit in Minneapolis, which tests can be quick, and how long STD test results usually take. It also covers what to bring, what to ask, and how to avoid the common snags.

The short version

Rapid HIV tests can give a result in the same visit at several Minneapolis clinics.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea tests usually go to a lab. Results often take about one to three days, depending on the clinic and the lab.
Syphilis, herpes and hepatitis tests vary by clinic. Ask whether a given test is rapid or sent out.
Walk-in policies differ and can change. A short phone call saves a trip.

What you need before you go

You do not need much. This short list covers it.

A phone and a few minutes to call. Hours and walk-in rules can change, so confirm before you travel.
Your insurance card, if you have one. Several clinics accept insurance and Medicaid. If you do not have coverage, ask about self-pay or sliding scale options.
A photo ID, if you have one. Some clinics ask for it. Ask when you call.
A list of recent partners and dates, as best you remember. A clinician uses this to decide which tests and which body sites to check. You do not have to share more than you are comfortable with.
A list of any symptoms and any medicines you take.
A way to receive results. Know which phone number or patient portal the clinic will use, and whether it is safe to leave a message.
Your questions. A few are listed in step 5 below.

Step-by-step: getting tested quickly in Minneapolis

Step 1: Know which tests can be quick

Not every STI test works the same way. The test type decides how soon you can hear back.

Rapid HIV tests. These use a fingerstick or an oral swab and can return a result in the same visit. The CDC describes rapid tests as giving results within about 30 minutes. A clinician usually confirms a reactive rapid result with follow-up lab testing.
Lab-based HIV tests. A blood draw is sent to a lab, so the result comes later.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea. The CDC STI Treatment Guidelines (2021) describe nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) as the recommended approach. These tests are generally processed at a lab, so results often arrive in about one to three days.
Syphilis. Testing is usually a blood test. Some places offer a rapid version, but not all do. Ask the clinic directly.
Herpes and hepatitis. Availability and turnaround differ by clinic. Ask what is offered and when to expect the answer.

So same-day testing often means same-day sample collection for everything, plus a same-day result for the rapid tests.

Step 2: Pick a Minneapolis clinic that fits your day

These clinics are listed with the details their own pages or the CDC GetTested directory provide. For a wider list, see the local testing list.

Hennepin County Public Health Clinic / Red Door Clinic, 525 Portland Avenue South, 4th Floor, 55415. Phone 612-543-5555 for appointments and results. Listed hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Thursday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Red Door site describes walk-ins as first-come, first-served. The Hennepin County page names appointments as its stated method and suggests calling early for a same-day appointment. Services listed include STI testing, HIV testing, PrEP, doxy-PEP and treatment. The county page says most insurance and self-pay are accepted and that no one will be turned away due to inability to pay. Lab work is billed separately by Hennepin Healthcare, and co-pays may apply.
Thrive Clinic at The Aliveness Project, 3808 Nicollet Ave, Lower Level, 55409. Phone (612) 369-7494. Hours are Monday to Thursday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The page lists a rapid HIV test, plus syphilis, chlamydia and gonorrhea testing and treatment. It says no client is turned away due to an inability to pay. It does not say whether walk-ins are accepted and asks people to call or email to access services.
Hennepin Healthcare Whittier Clinic and Pharmacy, 2810 Nicollet Ave, 55408. Phone (612) 873-6963. The CDC GetTested listing shows rapid and blood-draw HIV tests, plus chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, herpes and hepatitis tests. It lists insurance and Medicaid. Hours are not listed there, so call.
Planned Parenthood North Central States, Minneapolis Health Center, 1200 Lagoon Ave, 55408. Phone (612) 823-6300. The CDC GetTested listing shows rapid and blood-draw HIV tests, plus herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis tests. It lists insurance, Medicaid and sliding scale. Confirm hours by phone.
Community-University Health Care Center (CUHCC), 2001 Bloomington Ave S, 55404. Phone 612-301-3433. The clinic site lists hours of Monday to Friday 7:05 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The CDC GetTested listing shows rapid HIV and several STI tests, a sliding scale, and that an appointment is required.
NorthPoint Health and Wellness Center, 2220 Plymouth Ave N, 55411. Phone (612) 543-2500. The CDC GetTested listing shows HIV (blood draw), hepatitis B and C, herpes, chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis tests, with a sliding scale. Contact the clinic about eligibility and hours.
Native American Community Clinic (NACC), 1213 E Franklin Ave, 55404. Phone (612) 872-8086. The CDC GetTested listing shows HIV (blood draw) and hepatitis C testing only, so it may not suit you if you need chlamydia, gonorrhea or syphilis tests.

You can also use the CDC's GetTested directory to look up more sites. The Minneapolis Health Department publishes general information on its health department page. A dedicated sexual health clinic list was not found there, so check with the clinic or the health department for current options.

Step 3: Call first and ask about same-day options

Walk-in rules are the most common source of confusion. Some pages say one thing and a directory says another. A call clears it up.

Here is a short script you can use:

"Do you take walk-ins for STI testing today, or do I need an appointment?"
"Do you offer a rapid HIV test, and how long does it take?"
"Which tests can I get results for the same day, and which go to a lab?"
"What will it cost if I have no insurance, or if I have insurance?"
"How will I get my results?"

Call early in the day. The Hennepin County page recommends calling early for same-day appointments, and the same habit helps at any clinic.

Step 4: Go to the visit

A typical visit has a few parts. A staff member asks about symptoms, recent partners and the kinds of sex you have. The questions help a clinician pick the right tests. They are not a judgment.

Depending on what you report, the sample may be a urine sample, a swab of the throat, rectum or genitals, a fingerstick, or a blood draw. Some clinics let you collect certain swabs yourself. The clinician explains what each sample is for.

If your clinic offers a rapid HIV test, you may wait in the clinic for the result. Plan for a bit of extra time.

Step 5: Ask what happens next

Before you leave, get clear answers to these questions:

When should I expect each result?
Who will contact me, and by what method?
What number do I call if I have not heard back?
Is there a test I should repeat later because of timing?
If a result is positive, what is the next step?

Step 6: Receive and act on your results

How long do STD test results take? It depends on the test:

Rapid HIV test: often within the visit, in about 30 minutes per the CDC.
Chlamydia and gonorrhea NAAT: often about one to three days, depending on the clinic and lab.
Syphilis, herpes, hepatitis and lab-based HIV tests: vary. Ask the clinic for its usual timeline.

For Red Door Clinic, 612-543-5555 is the listed number for appointments and results. For other clinics, ask which number to call when you check in.

If a result is positive, a clinician can explain the next steps. Bacterial STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea and syphilis, and trichomoniasis, are curable with treatment prescribed by a clinician. HIV, herpes and HPV are not curable, but they are treatable or manageable with clinical care.

Window periods: why timing matters

A test looks for signs of an infection. Right after an exposure, some tests may not detect it yet. This gap is called the window period.

For HIV, the CDC's HIV testing page gives these general ranges after a possible exposure:

Nucleic acid tests (NATs): about 10 to 33 days.
Antigen/antibody tests done on a lab blood draw: about 18 to 45 days.
Antigen/antibody tests done on a fingerstick: about 18 to 90 days.
Antibody tests: about 23 to 90 days.

Rapid tests usually fall into the antibody or fingerstick antigen/antibody groups. For other infections, window periods vary. A clinician can tell you whether a test now makes sense or whether a repeat test later would give you a clearer answer. If you had a recent exposure, say so at the visit.

Tips for a smoother visit

Bring up everything that applies. Tell the clinician about oral, anal and vaginal sex. Throat and rectal infections can be missed if those sites are not tested.
Ask about prevention too. Several local clinics list PrEP. Red Door lists doxy-PEP, which the CDC addressed in its 2024 guidance. A clinician decides whether either option fits you.
Ask about partner care. The CDC says Minnesota law (Minn. Stat. 151.37) allows a licensed practitioner to prescribe in line with CDC expedited partner therapy guidance, and the CDC page on Minnesota says this expressly covers chlamydia and gonorrhea. Ask your clinician whether it applies to you.
Know your privacy rights as a minor. Under Minn. Stat. 144.343, any minor may give effective consent for health services to determine the presence of or to treat venereal disease. The statute says the consent of no other person is required. No minimum age is stated.
Ask about cost before you sit down. Lab work may be billed separately at some clinics. Asking about the total up front avoids surprises.

Common mistakes to avoid

Assuming every clinic takes walk-ins. Some require appointments. Call first.
Expecting a same-day result for every test. Rapid HIV tests can be quick. Chlamydia and gonorrhea tests generally take longer.
Skipping the follow-up question. Know who contacts whom, and when. If you do not hear back in the stated time, call the clinic.
Testing only one body site. If you have had throat or rectal exposure, tell the clinician.
Forgetting the window period. A result soon after an exposure may need a repeat later. Ask the clinician.
Stopping at one test. One panel does not cover every infection. Ask what was tested and what was not.
Waiting out of worry about judgment. Clinic staff see these visits every day. Care is meant to be respectful for every gender and orientation.

What to expect from your results

Results can mean different things depending on the test and the timing.

A negative rapid HIV result may suggest that no HIV was detected at that time. It may not rule out a very recent exposure, because of the window period. A clinician can tell you whether to repeat the test.
A reactive or positive rapid HIV result usually needs follow-up lab testing to confirm. A clinician explains that process and the care options.
Lab-based results may come by phone, a patient portal or a clinic call, depending on the clinic.
A positive result for a bacterial STI is generally followed by treatment prescribed by a clinician, and sometimes by a retest later. Ask what your clinician recommends.

A result is one piece of information. Only a clinician can interpret it for you in light of your history.

About reporting

Under Minnesota rules (Minn. R. 4605.7040), chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis and HIV infection are reportable to the state within one working day. This is a public health process. If you want to understand how it applies to you, ask the clinic.

Free home testing: check availability first

TakeMeHome is a national free HIV and STI home testing program. Its FAQ says availability depends on ZIP code, and it does not say whether Minneapolis is covered. Its FAQ says rapid oral swab HIV tests are approved for ages 14 and up, and fingerstick tests for ages 18 and up. Check the program site before counting on it.

Your next step

Pick one clinic from the list above, call, and ask the five questions in step 3. If cost is a concern, Red Door, Thrive and NorthPoint each describe options for people who cannot pay or who qualify for a sliding scale. Call to confirm the details that apply to you. You can also find more sites on the CDC's GetTested directory.

Same-Day STD Testing in Minneapolis: Rapid Tests and Quick Results