Testing for STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections)
Great, well done, you've taken this step to get tested, it's easy and we will support you. We know how important it is to look after your sexual health and be responsible.
You can test for Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), like Chlamydia, from two weeks after sex and you only have to pee in a pot!
Chlamydia is one of the STIs that doesn't always have symptoms, so you'll only know you have it, if you test. If left untreated it can lead to long term problems.
It's best practice to know your STI status, you should test at least every year or any time you have condomless sex with a new person.
Order a free home STI testing kit
A free home STI testing kit can be used to test for different sexually transmitted infections, including Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV and Syphilis.
You'll need to create a Personal Health Record (PHR) to order a free home STI testing kit. Click here to log in or set up your account.
Your account lets you order a test kit and also order free condoms. It's completely confidential so it won't show in your GP record, and we wont tell anyone that you have placed an order.
Step by step guide to your STI test kit
1. Click here to set up or log in to your confidential account via PHR.
2. After you have logged in, click on 'Order an STI kit' and answer a few questions so we know which STI test kit to post to you.
3. Your kit will be sent to the address you have provided in a plain envelope. Do the tests in the kit.
- Your test kit will come with full instructions, but if you need a little extra help, click here for step by step video instructions.
- Your test kit may include a bottle for your wee sample and/or a swab for inserting into your vagina.
- Some test kits will include a small bottle for you to provide a blood sample, and other swabs for your throat and anus.
- The test kit you receive will depend on your answers to the questions we asked you when you placed your order.
4. Give yourself plenty of time to do the test and make sure you have privacy.
5. Post the completed test back for free, ideally on the same day, from your nearest post box (try to avoid posting on the weekend, when post takes longer).
6. Your results will be texted to you within five working days after we have received your returned test kit.
7. If you have any positive results, we are here to help and will contact you to start your treatment. In many cases, antibiotics can be posted to you.
8. We'll also take care of advising any partners that you've had that they should get tested. We won't tell them who you are.