Looking for a way to test for STIs and HIV a little more privately? Don’t live anywhere near a sexual health clinic, or it’s just hard for you to get to one?
We might have you covered.
How accurate are home tests over the tests I get in the GP’s office?
Most of the tests you’ll be gathering samples for at home are actually the same ones processed at your GP or Medical Professionals, When it comes to the HIV self-test, it’s less about accuracy and more about the window period (usually up to 3 months, but usually 4-6 weeks). This is the time it can take from infection to being detectable by a rapid antibody test. This is because these tests measure your body’s response to infection, not HIV itself.
Chlamydia Rapid Test Kit
Chlamydia infection is an extremely common sexually transmitted infection within globally caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia infection is one of the most common sexually transmitted infections worldwide. Many Individuals who have a Chlamydial infection are without symptoms and may not realize they are infected. In men, infection of this STI can cause a white discharge from the penis with or without a burning sensation during urination. Whilst easily treated, if left untreated, chlamydia infections can cause serious reproductive and other health problems with both short-term and long-term consequences. Home test kits for Chlamydia allow for easy detection of the bacterium.
Gonorrhoea Rapid Test Kit
Gonorrhoea, (the clap) is one of the two most common sexually transmitted infections along with chlamydia within globally. This infection is caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoea and is very easily spread. The usual symptoms in men are a burning sensation with urination and penile discharge. Women may show no symptoms at all or may have vaginal discharge and pelvic pain. In both men and women, left untreated, Gonorrhea may spread locally leading to inflammation of the epididymis or pelvic inflammatory disease or spread through the body affecting joints and heart valves. Testing is easily carried out using a home test kit or a rapid test kit.
Syphilis Rapid Test Kit
Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the spirochete bacterium. The signs and symptoms of Syphilis vary but typically they include a single chancre (skin ulceration) and/or a diffuse rash which frequently involves the palms of the hands and soles of the feet. Latent syphilis with little to no symptoms followed by tertiary syphilis with gummas, neurological, or cardiac symptoms. Syphilis is thought to have infected 12 million additional people worldwide in 1999, with greater than 90% of cases in the developing world. Historically in globally infection rates can be prone to spikes and Syphilis can be more prevalent in young woman. Detection is easy using a home test kit (or Rapid Test Kit) for Syphilis.
Hepatitis B Rapid Test Kit
Hepatitis B is an infectious disease caused by the Hepatitis B virus (HBV) which affects the liver. It is a contagious STI spread by bodily fluids. It can cause both acute and chronic infections. Many people in globally have no symptoms during infection. Some develop a rapid onset of sickness with Hep B Symptoms such as vomiting, yellow skin, feeling tired, dark urine and abdominal pain on the right-hand side. It may take 30 to 180 days for symptoms to begin. Cirrhosis and liver cancer may eventually develop in those infected. These complications can result in the death of 15 to 25% of those with chronic disease. About a third of the world population has been infected at one point in their lives, including 240 million to 350 million who have chronic infections. Globally over 750,000 people die of hepatitis B each year. There are approx. 230,000 Individuals living with Hepatitis B.
HIV 1&2 Rapid Test Kit
Thehuman immunodeficiency virus (HIV)causes HIV infection and leads to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome). This can result in progressive failure of the immune system and leaves an individual vulnerable to other life-threatening infections. HIV is typically spread from one person to another through sexual contact which includes the exchange of body fluids (semen, vaginal fluid and pre-ejaculate). Unprotected sex both heterosexual and homosexual infects individuals with the virus more than other risk factors such as needle sharing. Early testing using home test kits leads to early detection of HIV and affords those infected with access to the many drug treatments that can fight the virus and attempt to reduce its impact on the immune system. Often infection shows no symptoms and it is estimated that Heterosexuals in globally on average are diagnosed 4 years after they have become infected. This leads to the risk of them infecting others to be high. Due to the window period between infection and detection, it is recommended that you test 1 month, 2 months and 3 months after your potential HIV infection. It is suggested that you test at several monthly intervals using a home test kit.
Is self-testing for me? If you are looking to test for a major STD/STI and are comfortable doing so without medical supervision then self-testing may be for you. Self-testing for STDs/STIs with home/rapid test kits offers individuals privacy and convenience. However, if you are concerned that you may not be able to test or to cope with the results alone then you should seek medical assistance with your testing.
What do I do when it arrives?
The first thing we’d recommend is to set up somewhere you’re comfortable and not likely to be interrupted. Then carefully read and follow the instructions in the booklets provided.
Is my privacy going to be respected?
Yes, absolutely. Privacy and convenience are major factors that contribute to testing decisions by individuals. We will not share your details with anyone and we will not email you with any marketing emails. Your products will be packaged discreetly.
What do I do if I test positive?
If you test positive to an STI/STD it is wise to seek treatment from a medical professional. If you test positive for HIV you should contact your doctor or another suitable medical professional for assistance which will involve confirmation testing and treatment. Early detection and early treatment are very important factors in the process of protecting your health and the health of others.
Test Kits are 98-99% accurate in detection of sexually transmitted infection. Medical Test Kits are manufactured under strict quality controls. Most importantly the ISO 13485 Medical Device Standard