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New Relationship / No Symptoms
MSM
Men who have sex with men
Mini Test
Sample Requirements
Blood
- Service Information
New Relationship. No Symptoms and 'low risk'
15 min
195 British pounds£195
Description
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This test is suitable for a male who has sex with other men, and who is at low risk.
Whether you are thinking of starting a new relationship or you have had a recent low-risk romantic encounter and don't have any symptoms, this test is suitable for you.
If you believe you may have been exposed to a greater risk, we recommend the Maxi Test (Click here)(javascript:void(0)), as it gives complete peace of mind.
Results will be available the next day
The incubation period is the time from a possible time of infection to when it can be detected on a test. This can vary depending on the infection and the individual. For most accurate results, using the details below, carefully check when would be the best time for you to take the test.
• HIV usually 10 to 90 days, but up to 180 days
• Hep B usually 45 to 180 days, average of 60-90 days
• Hep C usually 9 to 180 days, average of 45-65 days
• Syphilis 9 to 21 days, but up to 90 days
This test is for:
• Low risk men who have sex with men
• No symptoms
• No recent 'risky' romantic encounters
If you believe you may have been exposed to a greater risk, we recommend the Maxi Test (Click here)(undefined), as it gives complete peace of mind.
Procedure
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To book this test, simply press the ‘Book Now’ button above. You’ll then be taken to our booking page where you can choose the best date and time for your test.
If you are unsure please call us or email for a confidential discussion.
Once you have chosen any testing you need, this will be done at our Private GP practice in Marlow - which sees patients for many different aspects of health - so no potentially embarrassing waits in an STI clinic waiting room!
When you arrive, you can either give your name or just give your appointment time to the receptionist.
We will need a single blood sample, which is taken from the arm by our trained phlebotomy team.
We’ll notify you of your results via your selected method of communication (chosen on booking).
In the event of a positive result, a 15-minute follow-up appointment with a GP can be scheduled if required as well as a written prescription.
Test Includes
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HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that damages the immune system and affects the body's ability to fight everyday infections. It is transmitted within the blood and can be passed on through unprotected anal and vaginal sex. HIV cannot be cured through medication and infected individuals will carry the virus for life. Thankfully those living with the virus can lead a completely normal life by taking daily medication that keeps it under control.
Hepatitis B is a virus that affects the liver. It is spread through the transfer of blood and bodily fluids, including through unprotected sex. It is less common in the UK when compared to other countries, but you are at risk if you have unprotected sex with someone carrying the virus. For many people, Hepatitis B has a lifelong impact and you may never fully be cured.
We can also offer Hepatitis B vaccination (Click here).
Hepatitis C is a virus that affects the liver. It is passed on through the transfer of blood, including during sex. It's usually possible to cure the infection and most people will have a normal life expectancy. Unfortunately it rarely shows symptoms until the liver is significantly damaged, which is why testing following unprotected sex is so important.
This infection regularly shows no symptoms.
Syphilis is a bacterial infection that is spread through unprotected sex with an infected individual. It's important to test for the condition if you believe you have come in contact with it as it can have a long term impact on your health. Symptoms can include a painless sore or ulcer on the penis or vagina, along with other rashes affecting different areas of the body. Many people will notice no symptoms or the symptoms may be so mild that they pass unnoticed.
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