Comprehensive STI Screen

A confidential multi-pathogen sexual health screen covering the most common sexually transmitted infections in Australia. Uses swab-based collection for accurate detection of bacterial, viral, and parasitic STIs. Results delivered privately through ClearLabs' secure digital dashboard — no GP visit, no referral, no awkward conversations. Recommended after new sexual partners, unprotected contact, or as part of routine annual sexual health maintenance.

Sexual health screening remains one of the most avoided yet most important preventive health measures. Many sexually transmitted infections are asymptomatic — chlamydia, for example, causes no symptoms in up to 75% of women and 50% of men, yet untreated infection can cause pelvic inflammatory disease, ectopic pregnancy, and infertility. This comprehensive screen covers the infections that matter most. The panel tests for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, syphilis, hepatitis B, and additional STI markers. Chlamydia and gonorrhoea are detected via nucleic acid amplification testing (NAAT) — the gold standard method with high sensitivity even in asymptomatic individuals. HIV and syphilis are screened via blood-based serology, and hepatitis B surface antigen and antibody testing determines current infection status and immunity. Timing matters for accurate results. Most STIs have a window period between exposure and detectability — typically 2 weeks for chlamydia and gonorrhoea, 4-6 weeks for syphilis, and up to 3 months for HIV with older testing methods (though fourth-generation tests reduce this considerably). ClearLabs recommends testing at least 2 weeks after potential exposure for optimal accuracy, with repeat testing at 3 months for definitive HIV and syphilis exclusion. Results are delivered within 2-3 business days through a confidential digital dashboard — no paper results, no phone calls to reception. The entire process is designed around privacy: order online without a GP referral, attend any of over 2,000 collection centres across Australia, and receive results directly to your secure account.