What is a Gonorrhoea test?
Gonorrhoea is the second most common STI in the UK; Neisseria Gonorrhoea causes it. Gonorrhoea can infect areas of the body such as the cervix, urethra, anus, rectum or throat.
Why choose our Gonorrhoea test?
- We use CE-certified qPCR laboratory equipment that sensitively and accurately detects Gonorrhoea in your swab.
- A hassle-free self-swab kit is sent to your house; follow the simple instructions, then post it back to our labs free of charge.
- 1 x Stress-Free, Pre-Paid Royal Mail Tracked24, Return to Lab Labels included.
+ Certificate Issued
+ Bonus QR CODE Health Status Evidence
MHRA Registered IVD Devices
What does the package include?
Swab Sample
- Swab.
- Sample tube with liquid.
- Specisafe plastic case.
- Return bag UN3373.
- Pre-paid label.
- Instructions for use.
Urine Sample
- Sample container.
- Pre-paid label.
- Instructions for use.
How does our Gonorrhoea test work?
How long do test results take?
The target turnaround time for results is 1-3 working days from receiving them in the laboratory. The turnaround time is a guide only and sometimes depends on assay run schedule.
* If your results are positive, please visit your health provider for treatment
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Q: What is this test for?
- A: An STD that can cause infection in the genitals, rectum and throat.
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Q: How is this spread?
- A: By having sex with someone who has been infected already.
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Q: How can I reduce my risk of getting the disease?
- A: If you are sexually active you can reduce the risk by using the condoms when you have sex.
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Q: If I am pregnant does it affect my baby?
- A: Yes, it can be transmitted to the baby during delivery.
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Q: What are the symptoms?
- A: Often there are no symptoms, but if symptoms appears they can include an unusual sore, smelly discharge, burning when peeing or bleeding between periods.
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Q: Is there a treatment which can cure it?
- A: Yes, the healthcare provider will give the cure which can treat the disease.
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Q: What happens if I do not get treated?
- A: Untreated infection may increase your chances of getting or giving HIV and can cause serious and permanent health problems, one of them is infertility.
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Q: When can I have sex again after my treatment?
- A: Only after seven days post treatment.
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Q: If I am cured, can I get it again?
- A: Yes, you can get gonorrhoea again. You can get it from an untreated partner or a new partner.
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Q: How long does it last?
- A: It usually goes away in up to 2 weeks. You should prevent having sex during this time to prevent transmitting the disease.
When choosing the bundle prescription, regardless of your result, you choose the special price ‘In case of receiving a positive result’. A regular prescription is twice the price. The bundle option is an offer as a pack. This value is not refundable.
Scientific Information Data from Instrument and Reagent Supplier
Technology Method: Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR)
Limit of Detection: 1 x 104 CFU/mL (Colony Forming Units)
Sensitivity: In the kit’s positive and negative reference controls, the positive and negative coincidence rates were 100%.
Specificity: No cross-reactivity of the kit between the microorganisms was observed.
Accuracy: Precision reference controls were tested 10 times, and the coefficient of variation (CV%), of the Ct value was no greater than 5%.
Result/Outcome/Range –
Positive/Negative/Inconclusive
Validation-Active Information:
- EQA: Yes
- Inter-laboratory validations
- Periodic according to validation schedule
- Event-triggered- Qc/Calibration/New materials/Batch
Accuracy
The accuracy of any of our diagnostic tests is defined as the combination of sensitivity and specificity variables. Sensitivity is the test’s ability to confirm positive results, specificity is the ability to eliminate negative results. All of the tests we offer are validated to a high degree of accuracy (up to 98.5%).
Variables
Accuracy can be affected by a variety of factors that cannot be controlled by our lab. Infection intensity, patient health, and quality of the sample which is dependent on the adherence to “home testing” procedures can all be factors that limit the results of the test. Although our tests are extremely sensitive, a poor-quality swab makes it harder to detect the presence of infection, as fewer viral particles will be present. Please carefully consider the information sheet accompanying your sample collection kit to ensure a high-quality sample.
Detection
The Neisseria gonorrhoeae PCR detection test can detect the presence of the Ureaplasma urealyticum bacteria to a high degree of accuracy. The test uses a Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) amplifying method to detect the presence of the pathogen.
Positive result
A positive result suggests the presence of bacteria in the sample, at the time of testing. Upon the receipt of positive results, we advise you to contact your healthcare provider for treatment. You can also gain a prescription through our website. It is possible the Neisseria gonorrhoeae bacteria do not present symptoms of the disease, but you may still be infectious to others.
Negative result
While this can provide reassurance, it is important to understand its significance. This means the test did not detect the presence of infection at the time of testing. Results should still be discussed with a healthcare provider while considering lifestyle and sexual history. If you are in contact with someone who tests positive for the disease or begins to present symptoms consistent with the disease, you should contact your GP.
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Shipping and Return Policies
Appointment:
Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please contact the customer service prior to the appointment time to discuss cost and availability options.
Shipping & Return:
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To Qualify for any return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. Not used, not opened, unworn, in its original packaging. You will also need to send it to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please return to: Medicines Online, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF
You can read our full return policy here:
https://medicinesonline.org.uk/return-policy/
We offer next day delivery; however courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your order has been dispatched. And orders placed by 1pm are dispatched on the same day.
GONORRHOEA PCR SHIPPING AND RETURN POLICIES
Appointment:
Missed appointments or cancellations less than 24 hours prior are not entitled to refunds. Rescheduling is possible but not guaranteed. Please get in touch with customer service before the appointment to discuss cost and availability options.
Shipping & Return:
We have a 14-day return policy, which means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To Qualify for any Gonorrhoea Home Test Kit return, the product must be in the same condition as when you received it. It is not used, not opened, unworn, and in its original packaging. You will also need to send your fit-to-fly kit to us with the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please return to Medicines Online, 89 Falcon Rd, London. SW11 2PF
You can read our full return policy here:
https://medicinesonline.org.uk/return-policy/
We offer next-day delivery; however, courier delivery times are out of our control. We are unable to offer refunds for any late deliveries. But you will receive courier tracking information once your Gonorrhoea order has been dispatched. Orders placed by 1 pm are dispatched on the same day.
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Arnold Watson –
This health testing company definitely exceeded my expectations!
Sandra –
Good service
Victoria Hill –
Received the kit after 5 days and results after 2 days!!