Expert, evidence-based articles on STIs, testing, prevention, and sexual wellbeing. Written by UK sexual health experts.
Eye irritation and discharge can have many causes. Learn how ocular swabs help confirm chlamydia conjunctivitis and when STI testing may provide clarity.
Understand how modern HIV testing differentiates between HIV-1 and HIV-2. Learn about diagnostic assays, testing accuracy, and the importance of proper identification.
Learn about HIV p24 antigen testing in 28-day screens. Understand this early detection marker and how it helps identify HIV infection before antibodies develop.
Learn why PCR testing is the most reliable method currently available to detect Mycoplasma genitalium bacteria. Understanding symptoms, testing accuracy, and when to consider testing.
Learn why first-pass urine collection is preferred over mid-stream samples for accurate male chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing. Expert insights on STI detection.
Does a weakened immune system affect STI testing windows? Learn how immune function impacts test accuracy and when to test for reliable results.
Understanding why hepatitis B surface antigen (HBsAg) needs time to appear during incubation. Learn about window periods and testing timing for accurate results.
Understanding hepatitis C testing windows. Learn about RNA detection vs antibody presence, testing accuracy timing, and when different tests work best for diagnosis.
Understanding window periods for oral STI testing. Learn about throat infection detection times and when markers become visible through testing.
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