A standard STD testing panel will most likely include the collection of a blood sample and urine sample that will be used to test for gonorrhea, chlamydia, HIV, herpes, syphilis, as well as hepatitis B and C. Genital swabs are also commonly used to check for chlamydia and gonorrhea, with specifically pap smears being used to test for HPV and cervical cancer. Cheek swabs can also be completed to test for HIV. If there are any sores, rashes, warts, or unusual discharge present, the STD panel will likely include a physical examination and sampling of these symptoms as well. Not everyone who goes in for STD testing will require each type of test if there is very low to no risk of the patient having those specific STDs, or if any tests and samples can be used to test for the same STDs. Patients will be able to discuss with their health care provider to determine which types of tests would be best suited for them depending on their symptoms and sexual history.