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Chlamydia and gonorrhoea are two of the most common STIs, but often have no symptoms. Whether you have recently had unprotected sex or have a new sexual partner, getting tested regularly for chlamydia and gonorrhoea is a good idea. This laboratory STI test requires a urine sample and can be taken from home in minutes.
Test for: Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea
Test method: Urine sample
What does the result of this test mean?
Anyone who orders a home test from us will receive a complete laboratory report.
What does a negative test result mean?
A negative test result means that no chlamydia or gonorrhoea were found in the test material you supplied and that no STI treatment is required.
What does a positive test result mean?
A positive test result means that one or more STIs has been found and that treatment is needed. For your own health and to prevent the spread of STIs, it is important that you receive treatment if you test positive.
In the case of a positive test result, you can take the test results to your own doctor for treatment. You should also warn all your sexual partners to further prevent the spread of STIs. They can then have themselves tested and, if necessary, be treated.
How results are shared
We understand that medical test results can be confusing and difficult to interpret. That’s why at Homed-IQ we make it as easy as possible for you to understand your test result.
In your personal online dashboard you can view your laboratory report as well as a clear and simple explanation of your results. We provide insight into whether you have tested negative or positive for each individual STI.
How soon will I receive my test results?
You will receive the test result very quickly, often within one to three working days after your sample has arrived at our certified laboratory.
What is an STI Test for Men?
This is a test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea, two of the most common sexually transmitted infections (STIs). The test contains materials and instructions for taking a urine sample. After collecting the sample, mail it to Homed-IQ’s certified partner laboratory. You will receive the results within a few days. It couldn’t be easier!
What’s in the test kit?
When can you test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea?
The window period is the time between when you were infected with an STI and when it is detectable with a test. Every STI has its own window period. If you test for an STI before the window period has passed, you may test negative even if you are infected. See below for more information about the specific window period per STI and determine when you can reliably use this test.
What is the window period for chlamydia and gonorrhoea?
Chlamydia: After 14 days
Gonorrhoea: After 14 days
Chlamydia
Gonorrhoea
Introduction
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections transmitted through sexual contact. They can spread through contact with the penis, vagina, anus, and occasionally through the mouth or fingers. Often, STIs show few or no signs at all. Yet, STIs are not without risk, and an untreated infection can cause uncomfortable symptoms or serious damage to the body if not addressed. Therefore, regular testing is important to not only stop the spread of these infections to others but also to ensure potential infections are treated promptly.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. This bacteria can cause an infection of the urethra, penis, rectum, eyes, or throat. Chlamydia is transmitted through vaginal, anal, and oral sex, or other contact with infected genital fluids. Left untreated, chlamydia can spread to the epididymis in men. This can cause pain, fever, and in rare cases, infertility. Chlamydia is a very common STI and is treatable with antibiotics.
Gonorrhoea
Gonorrhoea is a highly contagious sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Not everyone with gonorrhoea develops symptoms, making early detection difficult. Left untreated, gonorrhoea can cause inflammation of the epididymis or prostate in men. In rare and severe cases, gonorrhoea can enter the bloodstream and cause infections in other parts of the body. This can lead to joint inflammation, blood poisoning, or meningitis. Gonorrhoea is treatable with antibiotics.
Untreated, chlamydia increases the risk of pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and ectopic pregnancy. Untreated chlamydia in pregnant women is associated with preterm birth, low birth weight, and eye and respiratory infections in the baby.
Have you tested positive for an STI? Be sure to inform your recent sex partners. This is how you make sure they avoid complications from an untreated STI, prevent passing the STI to others, and avoid passing the STI back to you (if you are still having sex).
It is usually advised to tell the people you have had sex within the past 6 months. However, sometimes it is also necessary to tell partners from longer ago. Speak to your GP about who you should inform.
You may be nervous about telling someone you’re having sex with that you have an STI. You can do this in several ways:
Whichever method you use to choose, it is always a good idea to inform past partners about STIs. They can then get tested and treated if necessary.
Chlamydia and gonorrhoea are common STIs that are treatable with antibiotics. If you test positive for chlamydia or gonorrhoea, contact your GP for treatment.
Symptoms of chlamydia can appear within 1 to 3 weeks of infection. Some people do not experience any symptoms at all. Symptoms of gonorrhoea usually appear within 2 weeks of being infected, although they sometimes do not appear until several months later. Approximately 1 in 10 infected men and 5 in 10 infected women will not experience any symptoms of gonorrhoea.
All Homed-IQ tests are entirely anonymous and do not require any direct contact with your GP, unless treatment is required. In that case, you may need to take the test results to your doctor to receive a prescription.
The STI test is not suitable for people under the age of 18. If you are under the age of 18 and would like to get tested for STIs, please contact a sexual health clinic in your municipality or your GP.
It is also advised not to take this test during the window period for STIs. The window period is the time between the moment of infection (such as after unprotected sex) and when the infection can be detected by a test. If you have taken an STI test before the window period is over and have tested negative, it is advised to test again after the window period.
If you have symptoms consistent with an STI, have been warned by a previous sex partner that they have chlamydia or gonorrhoea, have had unprotected sex, or would otherwise like to check for these STIs, this test is suitable for you. It is important not to take this test during the window period for chlamydia and gonorrhoea. The window period is the time between the moment of infection (such as after unprotected sex) and when the infection can be detected by a test. If you have taken an STI test before the window period is over and have tested negative, it is advised to test again after the window period. The window period for chlamydia and gonorrhoea is 14 days.
Your test results come with an explanation of the results as well as a downloadable laboratory report. This report can be taken to a GP for further testing, treatment, and guidance. If you are unable to visit your GP, please contact a sexual health clinic.
Homed-IQ’s STI tests offer the same laboratory-certified results you would receive if you had an STI test done through your GP or a sexual health clinic. Homed-IQ works with the same labs that provide tests for clinics, and strives to provide your results quickly and confidentially. STI rapid tests that are available at e.g. the drugstore are often not reliable and may result in a false negative or false positive result.
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