What is an STI Test?
A sexually transmitted infection (STI) test is a medical diagnostic tool used to detect infections that are transmitted through sexual contact.
A sexually transmitted infection (STI) test is a medical diagnostic tool used to detect infections that are transmitted through sexual contact.
Why is STI Testing Important?
Early detection of STIs is crucial to prevent complications, reduce transmission to others, and begin appropriate treatment. Many STIs are asymptomatic in their early stages, meaning you may not notice any symptoms but can still pass the infection to others.
Early detection of STIs is crucial to prevent complications, reduce transmission to others, and begin appropriate treatment. Many STIs are asymptomatic in their early stages, meaning you may not notice any symptoms but can still pass the infection to others.
Who Should Get Tested?
- Individuals who are sexually active, particularly those with multiple partners.
- People entering new relationships or planning to stop using barrier protection.
- Pregnant individuals, as some STIs can affect the baby.
- Anyone experiencing symptoms like unusual discharge, pain during urination, sores, or rashes in the genital area
This tests for Chlamydia trachomatis, Gardnerella vaginalis, Herpes simplex virus 1, Ureaplasma urealyticum/parvum, Trichomonas vaginalis, Treponema pallidum, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Mycoplasma hominis, Mycoplasma genitalium, Herpes simplex virus 2, Streptococcus agalactiae
- Instructions: Urine Sample or Swab of the genital area. The test does not need fasting.
