What is a Chlamydia Test?
This test checks for infection with the chlamydia bacteria. The test consists of a urine test for men, and a vaginal swab for women.
What’s in the test kit?
- Instruction manual
- A pipette and test tube for a urine test, or a cotton swab with collection tube for a vaginal, throat, or anal swab
- A protective transport bag
- A return envelope
When can you test for each STI? When should I do a chlamydia test?
There are several reasons why it may be useful to do a chlamydia test
- You have a new partner and want to make sure you don’t have chlamydia
- You’ve had or are planning to have unprotected sex
- A former sexual partner has informed you that they have chlamydia
- You suffer from symptoms associated with chlamydia (for an overview, see the ‘symptoms’ tab)
How does a chlamydia test work?
When ordering your test, please indicate whether you would like a male or female test. You will receive detailed instructions with your test so that you can easily take your sample from home. After your sample is collected, mail the test kit to our certified laboratory with the enclosed prepaid shipping materials. You will receive the test results within a few days.
When can you test for chlamydia?
The window period is the time between when you were infected with an STI and when it is detectable with a test. Every STI has its own window period. If you test for an STI before the window period has passed, you may test negative even if you are infected. See below for more information about the specific window period per STI and determine when you can reliably administer this test.
Chlamydia After 14 days
What does the result of this test mean?
Anyone who orders a home test from us will receive a complete laboratory report.
What does a negative test result mean?
A negative test result means that no chlamydia was found in the test material you supplied and that no STI treatment is required.
What does a positive test result mean?
A positive test result means that one or more STIs has been found and that treatment is needed. For your own health and to prevent the spread of STIs, it is important that you receive treatment if you test positive.
In the case of a positive test result, you can take the test results to your own doctor for treatment. You should also warn all your sexual partners to further prevent the spread of STIs. They can then have themselves tested and, if necessary, be treated.
How results are shared?
We understand that medical test results can be confusing and difficult to interpret. That’s why at Homed-IQ we make it as easy as possible for you to understand your test result.
In your personal online dashboard you can view your laboratory report as well as a clear and simple explanation of your results. We provide insight into whether you have tested negative or positive for each individual STI.
How soon will I receive my test results?
You will receive the test result very quickly, often within one to three working days after your sample has arrived at our certified laboratory.
Introduction
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs) are infections that are transmitted through sexual contact. STIs can be transmitted through contact with the penis, vagina, anus, and sometimes also with your mouth or fingers. Many STIs cause little or no symptoms. However, STIs are not harmless, and an untreated infection can cause uncomfortable symptoms or serious damage to the body if left untreated. That is why getting tested regularly is important, both in order to prevent the infection from spreading to others and to ensure infections are treated promptly.
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. This bacteria can cause an infection of the urethra, cervix, rectum or throat. Chlamydia is transmitted through vaginal, anal, and oral sex or contact with infected genital fluids. Left untreated, the infection can spread to the epididymis in men, and to the uterus or fallopian tubes in women. This increases the risk of infertility or an ectopic pregnancy. A chlamydia infection during childbirth can lead to eye or respiratory infections in the baby. Chlamydia is a very common STI and is treatable with antibiotics.
