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Description
What is it?
A routine STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) screen with syphilis typically involves a combination of tests depending on your risk factors and sexual practices. Here's a breakdown of what you might expect:
Syphilis Blood Test: This is usually the first line of defence in an STI screening for syphilis. It can detect the presence of antibodies your body produces in response to a syphilis infection. There are typically two tests done in sequence:
Non-treponemal test (e.g., RPR or VDRL): This is a screening test that can indicate a possible infection but doesn't differentiate between syphilis and other conditions.
Treponemal test (e.g., FTA-ABS): This confirms the presence of syphilis bacteria if the non-treponemal test is positive.
Other STI Tests: Depending on your sexual history and risk factors, the clinician might recommend additional tests for other common STIs, such as:
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea: Usually tested with a urine sample or a swab from the cervix, vagina, or urethra.
HIV 1&2/p24Ag: A separate blood test is used to detect HIV.
Biomarkers:
Chlamydia trachomatis: Usually tested with a urine sample
Neisseria gonorrhoeae: Usually tested with a urine sample
HIV1&2/p24Ag: A separate blood test specifically detects HIV
Syphilis Antibodies (IgG/IgM): This is usually included in a comprehensive screen. It's a two-step process:
Non-treponemal test (e.g., RPR or VDRL)
Treponemal test (e.g., FTA-ABS) if the non-treponemal test is positive.
Turnaround time:
2-5 Working days
Note:
This service is only available to the age of 13 and above.
Furthermore, Any cancellation or rescheduling within 48 hours before the appointment will incur a charge of 20% of the total service cost and missed appointments will be deemed non-refundable.