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STI / STD Testing
Men
In men, we test for:
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhoea
- NSU (if symptoms)
Usually you only need to provide a urine sample.
Routine check-ups do not need a swab from down your penis.
Men note: Try to not pass urine for 2-3 hours before attending.
Women
In women, we test for:
- Bacterial Vaginosis (if symptoms)
- Candida "thrush" (if symptoms)
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhoea
- Trichomonas (if symptoms)
- Pelvic Inflammation (if suspected)
Routine check-ups only need a single swab to be taken from your vagina (no speculum needed).
Women over 25 note: We do not offer cervical smear tests.
Blood Tests
Routine blood tests for:
- Syphilis
- HIV
are recommended to all new patients and those who have been at risk.
You will not be tested for HIV without prior discussion and consent.
Testing and vaccination for Hepatitis - may be offered to individuals at specific risk
Rapid HIV Testing
If you want a Rapid HIV test
please say this to the receptionist when you book an appointment or attend a walk-in clinic.
A pin-prick blood sample will be taken, and your result available after 30 minutes
Getting your test results
Same day
If you have symptoms, some results will be available by the end of your visit.
If you have a rapid HIV test, the result is available after about 30 minutes.
Some results will be available by the end of your visit.
Later
The remaining results will be available after 7-10 days.
Ways to get your results:
- Text / SMS
- Telephone appointment
- Follow-up visit
We will need your correct details in case we find an infection.
Any attempt to contact you will be discrete.