Why is this test important?

Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) It affects 1 in 10 women between the ages of 16 and 24 Chlamydia is most common in younger women and is likely to cause serious complications if left undetected It often presents no symptoms and if left untreated can lead to lead to complications such as inflammation of the fallopian tubes (salpingitis), inflammation of the womb (cervicitis), pelvic inflammation disease (PID) and infertility A simple and reliable 10 minute finger prick blood spot test that detects anti-Treponema pallidum antibodies as an indicator of syphilis infection Syphilis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by bacteria called Treponema pallidum. The detection of anti-Treponema pallidum antibodies in the blood is an indicator of infection. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce the risks associated with a syphilis infection.

Always speak to your doctor if you have syphilis symptoms.

Accuracy Comparison of the SELFCHECK Syphilis Test with reference laboratory methods shows an overall agreement of at least 97% (95% Confidence Interval 96.1-98.3%). Although this test is reliable, doctors are aware that all medical tests whether used in the laboratory or at home may give a small number of false positive or false negative results.

The test kit contains; 1 test device, 1 plastic pipette and 1 desiccant pouch 1 small bottle containing 1ml of diluent 2 sterile lancets to obtain a blood sample 1 instruction leaflet You will also require a watch or clock with a second hand or a timer, and a clean tissue.