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STI screening

Peace of mind with a sexual health check. Advice on what to test for, and where.

Speak to a GP about STI screeningFrom £79

In short

Many STIs have no symptoms, so regular screening matters. A GP can advise what to test for and when, and point you to free NHS testing, then treat or refer if anything is found.

Overview

What is sti screening?

STI screening is testing for sexually transmitted infections, often when you have no symptoms, for peace of mind or after a possible exposure. A full check typically covers chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, and syphilis. Because tests have window periods, timing matters. Comprehensive screening is available free via NHS sexual health services.

Symptoms

Common symptoms

  • Not applicable, screening is for peace of mind or after a possible exposure, often without symptoms

When to act

When to see a doctor

Book a GP for advice on what to test for and when, especially with a new partner, after unprotected sex, or if a partner has an STI. For a possible HIV exposure in the last 72 hours, seek PEP urgently (sexual health clinic or A&E).

When to seek urgent help

Seek urgent help if

  • A possible HIV exposure within the last 72 hours (you may need PEP urgently, see our PEP page, go to a sexual health clinic or A&E now)
  • Severe pelvic or testicular pain with fever
  • A partner diagnosed with a serious STI such as HIV or syphilis

Call 999 for life-threatening emergencies or NHS 111 for urgent non-emergency advice.

Treatment

How a private GP can help

  • A confidential conversation about your risk and what to test for
  • Guidance on the right tests (chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, syphilis) and timing (window periods)
  • Signposting to free NHS postal test kits and sexual health clinics
  • Advice on results and next steps
  • Treatment or onward referral if an infection is found
  • Discussion of prevention, including condoms, vaccination, and PrEP

What we don't do

  • On-site and postal STI testing (free via NHS sexual health services)
  • Emergency HIV prevention (PEP), which must be started within 72 hours at a clinic or A&E

Pricing

What it costs

An online consultation about STI screening starts at £79 for a 20-minute video appointment. In-pharmacy consultations are £129 and home visits are £189. Comprehensive STI testing is available free via NHS sexual health services; your consultation covers tailored advice and any treatment.

See full pricing breakdown

FAQ

Common questions about sti screening

What does a full STI screen include?
Usually chlamydia and gonorrhoea (swab or urine), plus blood tests for HIV and syphilis. What you need depends on your symptoms and exposures, which we help you work out.
How long should I wait to test after sex?
Tests have "window periods". Chlamydia and gonorrhoea can be tested around 2 weeks after exposure; HIV and syphilis blood tests are most reliable later (often 4-12 weeks). We'll advise on timing.
Where can I test for free?
NHS sexual health clinics and free online postal kits (available in many areas) provide comprehensive screening at no cost. We can point you to the right one.
I have no symptoms, should I still test?
Yes, many STIs have no symptoms. Regular screening is recommended with new partners or unprotected sex, for your health and your partners'.
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