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Free At-Home HIV and STD Testing
Texas DSHS · By Dan.Warr · May 18, 2026
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The Test for Texas program provides free at-home testing kits for HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. This service is available to any Texas resident aged 13 or older, regardless of insurance status. Participants order a kit online, collect their own samples at home, and mail them back to a lab for processing. Results are typically available through a secure online portal within seven business days after the lab receives the sample.
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Key takeaways
- Texas residents aged 13 and older can access free at-home HIV and STD testing kits.
- The program does not require insurance or a visit to a medical clinic.
- Testing kits are delivered by mail in discreet packaging to ensure privacy.
- Lab results are usually ready in the secure online portal within seven business days.
- People who test positive can find treatment services by calling 2-1-1 or visiting the DSHS website.
Free At-Home HIV and STD Testing Dan.Warr Mon, 05/18/2026 - 08:35 AM Free At-Home HIV and STD Testing This page provides information about Free At-Home HIV and STD Testing. The Test for Texas at-home testing program offers a convenient option for individuals who cannot visit a clinic. Texas residents can receive a kit by mail and complete self-testing at their convenience. The program is free for anyone in Texas aged 13 or older, and no insurance is needed.How the Test for Texas Program works:Create an account in the online portal through testfortexas.org and take a quick health assessment.Choose the address where you will receive the kit in discreet packaging.Follow the instructions to collect your sample, fill out your information, and mail the kit back for testing.Access your results from the secure portal in seven business days from the date your sample arrives at the lab.If you test positive, get linked to treatment: Call 2-1-1 or visit dshs.texas.gov/hivstd/services.Resource
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