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STI/STD FAQs

 
How long will my test kit take to arrive?

If you place your order before 4.30 pm Monday to Friday then we will send the testing kit by first class post that day. Normally this will mean that your testing kit arrives the next morning.

 
Will the packaging be discreet?

The testing kit will be sent in a plain white bubble-wrap envelope that can fit through most letterboxes. There will be no mention of The STI Clinic on the outside. The label will only contain your name and address and it will be marked as Private & Confidential.

 
What do I do when I get the kit?

Simply provide a urine sample in the labelled bottle provided and place it in the protective cover and business reply envelope provided along with a pre-filled form then send back by post.

 
How long will my results take?

As soon as the lab receives your sample the test will be processed within 24 hours. If you provide a mobile telephone number then the lab will send your results by SMS immediately on them becoming available. If you would prefer not to have your results in this way then you can login to your account on the website to see the results in full.

 
What happens if I test positive for anything?

We will refer you to our partner clinic which will be prepared to provide an appropriate medication for next day delivery.

 
How will the charge be listed on my card statement?

For your discretion, it will be listed as 'Online Medical Service' and the description will be 'Private Medical Services'.

 
How do I know that you are genuine?

When we send the testing kit out to you it will have the name of the laboratory on the request slip and the business reply envelope. You can then check that the lab it legitimate and reputable.

 
What if my kit does not arrive?

Simply call us and we will send a replacement free of charge.

 
Why do you not provide HIV tests?

We do not believe that it is appropriate to provide this sort of testing by post. If someone was thought to be positive they would have to be called in for a blood test in any case. We can recommend a very good clinic in central London which specialises in this sort of test and provides a fast turnaround.