Text messages are sent within 7 working days of your visit to our clinic. Text messages are sent within 7 working days of us receiving your sample into our laboratory. We do not charge for hospital prescriptions. We will discuss with you if your partner also needs treatment.Īll treatments you will be given are free. When you return to the clinic, clear instructions will be given to you about which treatment you need and how to take it. If an infection is found, you may need to come back to the clinic for treatment. Hepatitis B (including vaccination where clinically indicated).If this is the case we will inform you if either you or your partner(s) need to arrange treatment. We can diagnose some conditions at the clinic, but most tests need to be sent to the laboratory so you may receive results at a later date. If you have symptoms you will require an examination. a blood test for Hepatitis B and C, for people in higher risk groups.a urine sample (male only) or a vaginal swab for Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea.The nurse or doctor will discuss this with you.įollowing an assessment you will be asked to provide: If you are in any doubt about when to test you should do a test now and another test at a later date. Your test provider will be able to give you this information. HIV - 45 days or 90 days, depending on the type of test.Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea - Up to 2 weeks.The window period for the most common STI tests are: The 'window period' is the length of time it can take between catching an infection and when it will show in a test. Testing & Treatment of STIs When do STIs show in tests? Information for Transgender, non-binary, intersex and gender diverse service users.ĬOVID19: Support for Professionals and Parents supporting Young People Information for Men who have sex with Men