Diagnosis and testing for Zika virus. To diagnose Zika, a doctor or other healthcare provider will ask about any recent travel and any signs and symptoms. A blood or urine test can confirm a Zika infection.
See a doctor or other healthcare provider if you develop symptoms of Zika and live in or recently traveled to an area with Zika or had sex without a condom with a person who lives in or traveled to an area with Zika. If you are pregnant, you should see a doctor or other healthcare provider if you develop a fever, rash, joint pain, or conjunctivitis (red eyes). You should see a healthcare provider if you live in or recently traveled to an area with Zika or had sex without a condom with a person who lives in or traveled to an area with Zika, even if you do not have symptoms.
The doctor or other healthcare provider may order blood or urine tests to look for Zika or other viruses like dengue or chikungunya. It is important that you make sure to receive your Zika test results even if you are feeling better.