Chlamydia or Gonorrhea Test
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test detects these common STIs using urine or swabs, enabling early diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of complications.
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea test detects infections caused by these common sexually transmitted bacteria. Conducted using urine samples or swabs, the test helps diagnose infections early to prevent complications and minimize the spread of these conditions through timely treatment.
Who Would Benefit:
Sexually active individuals under 25.
People with multiple sexual partners.
Those who’ve had unprotected sex.
Individuals with a new sexual partner.
Pregnant women to prevent neonatal infections.
Who Would Undertake:
People experiencing symptoms (e.g., unusual discharge, pain).
Individuals notified of potential exposure.
Patients in routine sexual health screenings.
High-risk groups as identified by healthcare providers.
Sexually active people with prior STIs.
Test Type: STI
Results Estimated: 2 Working days.
A little more detail:
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea test is crucial for identifying and treating these highly prevalent sexually transmitted infections (STIs), which often present with no symptoms. Screening is typically recommended for sexually active individuals, especially those under 25, as well as for individuals with new or multiple sexual partners. Testing involves a urine sample or a swab from the genital area, allowing for fast and accurate detection. Early diagnosis and treatment are vital because untreated chlamydia and gonorrhea can lead to severe complications, including pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) in women, which can cause infertility, and epididymitis in men, potentially impacting fertility. Additionally, if left untreated, these infections increase the risk of HIV transmission. Regular screening helps reduce the spread of these infections, allowing individuals to receive antibiotic treatment promptly, preventing further health complications and protecting partners. Routine testing is essential for public health, lowering STI rates, and safeguarding reproductive health through early intervention and education.
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In house venous draw included. The in house sample collecon ensures that the sample is less likely to come back inconclusive.
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Results delivered directly to you via email and available via the laboratory portal.
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Our in house doctors are available to review the results with you via an online session at a supplementary cost.
How it works
Purchase Test
Find the test that you are looking for, add to your basket, check-out and pay.
Select Appointment
On paying for your test you will be prompted to select a date and time for your blood sample collection.
Turn Up
Arrive on the day of your test to have your blood sample collected.
Get results online
When your results are ready you will receive them via email or can access via the laboratory portal.
Get your personalise report online
Once you have had your sample collected by our in-house phlebotomist, the sample will be delivered to our laboratory partner who will then process the sample. Once the sample has been processed you will receive an email with an attachment of the report informing you your results are ready to also be viewed online via our dedicated portal. Should you wish to discuss the results with one of our doctors, you will be able to add a remote call to your booking at a supplementary cost. The sessions last up to 30 minutes and are an opportunity for you to ask any questions that you may have.
