Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections that are transmitted between partners during sexual activity. You can contract an STI through unprotected vaginal, anal, or oral sex with someone who has an STI. STIs may eventually progress to become Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs).

STIs and STDs may go undetected due to the patient being asymptomatic (i.e. they don’t show any symptoms).

Certain STIs, such as chlamydia, syphilis, and gonorrhoea can be treated with antibiotics. Some STIs and STDs can have serious long-term and even life-threatening consequences. Other STIs, such as HIV, hepatitis C, and herpes cannot be cured, though the symptoms can be managed and treated.

You may sign up for an STI / STD teleconsultation to discuss STD test packages with one of our doctors or directly sign up for an at-home or in-clinic STD test.

It is recommended for sexually active adults to get tested at least once a year, even when practicing safe sex regularly.

If you are sexually active with multiple partners, have unprotected sex, suspect a partner may have an STI due to visible symptoms and/or if they have multiple sexual partners – it is recommended for you to get tested more than the minimum recommendation of once per year.

You may sign up for an STI / STD teleconsultation to discuss STI / STD testing packages with one of our doctors or directly sign up for an at-home / in-clinic STD test.

Here are some of the common symptoms of STI / STDs, which may appear near your genitals, anus, or mouth:

• Pain
• Swelling
• Bumps, sores, or rashes
• Itching and/or burning
• Pain or burning when you urinate
• Vaginal discharge that has a different smell, color, or texture
• Bleeding from your genitals (while not your period)

However, note that many STI / STDs have no signs or symptoms (asymptomatic). You can transmit your infection to your sexual partners even if you’re not experiencing any visible symptoms. Hence, it is important to use protection during sex, such as a condom, and get tested regularly. If you’re unsure if you have an STD, you may sign up for an STD teleconsultation to discuss them with one of our doctors or sign up for an STD test.

Yes. You can get an STI from both giving and receiving oral sex. STIs including HIV, syphilis, herpes, gonorrhoea, HPV, trichomoniasis, and chlamydia, can be transmitted via oral sex. Certain STIs such as herpes can spread through skin-to-skin contact, while others can infect your throat through oral sex.

We currently offer four types of at-home STI testing packages:

• HIV Test ($49) — HIV
• Basic STI Test ($169) — Syphilis, Herpes II, HIV and Hepatitis B
• Essential STI Test ($249) — Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV and Syphilis
• Full STD Test ($349)– Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, Herpes II and HIV

If you are unsure of which test package to go for, we recommend that you sign up for an STI Teleconsultation. One of our doctors can advise you on the different HIV and STD test options available in Singapore, and which test package would be more suitable for you based on your healthcare needs!

For HIV Test (HIV) and Basic STI Test (Syphilis, Herpes II, HIV and Hepatitis B): Blood sample

Essential (Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, HIV and Syphilis) and Full STI Test (Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Syphilis, Hepatitis B, Herpes II and HIV): Blood sample and vaginal swab (females) or Urine sample (males)

Blood samples are collected by our licensed phlebotomist at a location of your choice (either at home or with a partner clinic) to avoid a painful prick draw! The entire procedure takes up to 5 minutes.

Vaginal swabs and urine samples are self-obtained and will be picked up when they are ready to be collected and sent to the lab for testing.

Studies show that self-obtained vaginal swabs are as accurate as clinician-collected cervical specimens in the diagnosis of chlamydia and gonorrhoea.

Our partner laboratory also regularly uses self-obtained vaginal swabs for these tests and from their experience, the results are as accurate as if they were taken at a clinic by a doctor.

Our HIV and STD tests can be bought online in Singapore and are available for everyone!

Yes, it is important to take note of the window period of STI testing. This refers to the time between the exposure to the infection and the time when infection indicators can be successfully detected by the test.

For maximum accuracy, our at-home STI tests should be taken at least 45 days after exposure.

All the HIV and other STI test packages we offer include a complimentary post-test teleconsultation, where you can discuss your results and treatment options with our doctors. Any medication that is then prescribed will be charged separately and delivered to you.

On certain occasions, a face-to-face consultation with a doctor may be needed. In such an event, a member of our dedicated care team will reach out to you to make the necessary arrangements.