Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.
Can you have rectal chlamydia with only throat symptoms? Understanding multi-site infections, symptom patterns, and when comprehensive STI testing may help.
Clear penile discharge can have various causes including normal pre-ejaculate. Learn when STI testing may help clarify symptoms. Confidential testing available.
Learn about HIV false-negative results during the early immune window period. Understand when HIV tests are most accurate and when retesting may be needed.
Understanding when Gardnerella vaginalis overgrowth indicates bacterial vaginosis. Learn about testing options, symptoms, and when to seek professional assessment.
Learn how diagnostic assays detect Mycoplasma genitalium resistance markers through mutated DNA screening. Essential information for effective STI testing.
Learn how multiplex PCR testing detects both chlamydia and gonorrhoea infections from a single sample. Advanced STI testing technology explained.
Understanding the mechanics of 4th generation HIV testing technology. Learn how high specificity is achieved in modern HIV screening for accurate results.
Learn how delays in sample processing can cause viral RNA degradation, affecting STI test accuracy. Understanding the importance of rapid laboratory processing.
Understanding laboratory tests for syphilis. Learn how medical professionals distinguish between past treated infections and active cases through specialised testing methods.
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