Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are common, and many cause no symptoms. That means they can go unnoticed and lead to health problems or be passed to others. Whether you’ve had unprotected sex, are experiencing possible symptoms, or simply want peace of mind before a new relationship, testing at home helps you stay in control of your health and protect your partners.
With Homed-IQ’s STI home tests, you can test yourself easily, safely, and anonymously - all from the comfort and privacy of home. Every sample is analyzed by a certified medical laboratory, ensuring the same reliability as a test from your GP or sexual health clinic.
Symptoms of STIs
Common signs include:
- Pain or burning during urination or sex
- Unusual discharge from the genitals (clear, white, yellow, or green)
- Itching, irritation, or rash around the genitals or anus
- Sores, blisters, or warts on the genitals, anus, or mouth
- Lower abdominal or pelvic pain
- Unexplained bleeding (including after sex)
- Swollen lymph nodes in the groin
- Fever, fatigue, or flu-like symptoms
- Unexplained weight loss (in advanced infections)
Which STIs Can I Test For at Home?
Homed-IQ offers a wide range of laboratory-certified STI tests, from single-infection kits to comprehensive panels that screen for multiple infections at once. Each kit includes everything you need to collect your sample safely and discreetly. Choose the test that best fits your needs from the selection above.
STI Markers We Test For
- Chlamydia – bacterial infection
- Gonorrhoea – bacterial infection
- Hepatitis B – viral infection affecting the liver
- Herpes (HSV I & II) – viruses causing oral and genital herpes
- HIV – human immunodeficiency virus (can lead to AIDS)
- Mycoplasma genitalium – bacterial infection
- Mycoplasma hominis – bacterial infection
- Syphilis – bacterial infection
- Trichomoniasis – parasitic infection
- Ureaplasma urealyticum & Ureaplasma parvum – bacteria of the urogenital tract
- HPV 16 & 18 – high-risk human papillomavirus types (could be linked to cancer)
- Other high-risk HPV types – 31, 33, 35, 39, 45, 51, 52, 56, 58, 59, 66, 68 (could be linked to cancer)
These STIs play many more roles throughout the body beyond the functions listed above.
How It Works
- Order discreetly online: your test arrives in plain, unmarked packaging.
- Collect your sample at home: easy instructions included for swab, urine, or blood sample (depending on the test).
- Send it to our certified lab: with prepaid return packaging (via mailbox).
- Receive results securely online: usually within 2 to 5 working days after your sample arrives at the lab.
Our support team is here to answer any questions you may have (Contact form, Mail, Whatsapp: +31 970 1025 4674) and our dedicated medical team (Mail) can provide expert advice.
If your result is positive, you’ll receive clear next steps and medical guidance. We recommend contacting your GP or a sexual health clinic for treatment and follow-up testing.
Is My Test Anonymous?
Yes. All Homed-IQ STI tests are fully anonymous and confidential. Only you, our certified laboratory partners, and Homed-IQ’s medical team have access to your test result.
In the rare case of a positive Hepatitis B result, Homed-IQ has a legal obligation under Dutch public health law to report the infection to health authorities. If this applies, we’ll contact you personally to explain the process and ensure your privacy is protected.
How We Ensure Accurate Results
Our tests are processed using the same laboratory methods and standards as those used by GPs or clinics. The testing process ensures high sensitivity (the ability to detect the presence of an infection) and high specificity (the ability to avoid false positives). Every result is reviewed within strict medical quality standards to ensure reliability, accuracy and clarity. If you are interested, read more in our “Science” section on our website.
Certified Laboratory Quality
All samples are analyzed exclusively in DAkkS-accredited laboratories, ensuring the highest standard of reliability and precision. Our partner laboratories comply with:
- ISO/IEC 17025 – ensuring the validity, accuracy, and reproducibility of all test results
- ISO 15189 – guaranteeing medical diagnostic quality and patient safety
Together, our test design and accredited laboratory standards ensure that every Homed-IQ result is both scientifically accurate and handled with the highest level of medical quality.
Homed-IQ’s STI tests are intended for informational purposes and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
