Chlamydia Test without swabs-Rapid, Accurate, Discreet
Chlamydia is caused by a bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis and is the most common STD in the UK There are approximately 120,000 newly diagnosed cases of Chlamydia and 19,000 of Gonorrhoea per year in the UK.
Who Should take a Chlamydia Test?
This test is an important screen for everyone, as Chlamydia is common and in up to 50 % of affected men and 70 % of women carried without symptoms.
How is the Chlamydia test done?
We can test accurately using a simple urine sample, and results are processed using a prestigious Harley street Laboratory for optimal accuracy. Results can often be obtained in 24 hours at our London Clinics and within two working days in the rest of the UK. Our Chlamydia test includes gonorrhoea screening as standard.
How is Chlamydia treated?
We can treat Chlamydia with one of the following simple antibiotic therapies:
- Doxycycline 100mg twice daily for 7 days
or
- Azithromycin 1gram orally in a single dose
What are the complications of Chlamydia if untreated?
Women
Pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility and ectopic pregnancy.
Men
Infertility, epididymitis, urethritis
Transmission
Mainly through unprotected sexual activity. Can be transmitted to sites such as eyes and throat by direct contact from sexual secretions.
Chlamydia/Gonorrhoea screen including consultation £140
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