Why choose us for your sexual health tests?
We are led by GMC Registered Doctors who are specialists in sexual health and offer a very high quality service.
We send STI tests directly to you and offer you a confidential and speedy service.
Our service is confidential, and we use plain envelopes to provide you with STD tests discretely.
Tests will have clear instructions on how to use, and our experts will be available to help you with any questions you may have.
We use modern tests and provide you with results quickly. Our test kit samples are processed by our partner The Doctors Laboratory (TDL). TDL is the largest independent provider of clinical laboratory diagnostic services in the UK.
How does it work?
Your tests are sent in a plain envelope directly to you. We will update you by text when your order has been dispatched.
You follow our clear instructions of how to do the test in the comfort of your home.We can support you by text or by phone to complete your test correctly.
Put the test in a freepost return envelope included, pop it in the post and it is sent to our laboratory.
We send you a text message with your results as soon as possible - within 7 days.
We arrange advice and support about treatment and tests. A team of expert sexual and reproductive health professionals are available to support and advise you.
How do I get treatment?
We will send you your results by text message. If you have an infection, Specialists who work with us will advise you what to do and how you can visit your local clinic for treatment. In some cases, a member of our team may call you to offer additional advice. Typically, treatment will include a course of antibiotics, and may require you to attend a clinic in person.
Our top tips on how to do your STI test
For blood tests:
- Blood flows easier when your hands are warm, so perhaps take the test after a hot shower or bath or hold your hand under warm water for a few minutes.
- Stay standing and keep your arm straight with your hand below your waist
- Aim for the middle of the tip of your finger, not too close to your fingernail
- Push lancet down hard against your finger
- Wipe the first dot of blood away with a clean tissue to stop the blood congealing
- If your finger dries up, wait a while, warm up your hand, use another finger and make sure you press the lancet down hard against your finger.
Tips from people who have completed test kits.
- Relax and be patient and if you’re nervous, ask someone to help you.
- Watch the instruction video and read the instruction leaflet.
- Tying your long hair back can make things easier.
- Remove scarves and jewellery so they can’t get in the way.
- Lay the test kit items and your two tissues on a clean, flat surface.
