STI Gold Package

Test Description

The STI Gold Package is an advanced screening panel for sexually transmitted infections.

It includes:

•  HIV PCR test that detects the virus’s genetic material for early diagnosis
• TPHA test for syphilis antibodies
• HSV-2 IgG to screen for herpes simplex virus type 2
• HBsAg for hepatitis B virus surface antigen
• Multiplex PCR test detecting Chlamydia trachomatis (CT), Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG), Mycoplasma genitalium (MG), Trichomonas vaginalis (TV), and several other common pathogens.

This package provides a comprehensive overview of your sexual health.

Indications of the STI Gold Package Test

Recommended for individuals with symptoms indicating possible STIs such as sores, discharge, itching, pelvic pain, or after unprotected sexual contact. Also suitable for routine screening before new relationships or as part of regular health checks in sexually active adults.

Patient Preparation/Instructions

No fasting or special preparation is typically required. For urine-based PCR tests, avoid urinating for a few hours beforehand for best sample quality. Inform the tester if you have taken antibiotics recently or are currently under treatment for STIs.

Typical Reference Values

• HIV PCR: Negative (no viral RNA detected)

• TPHA: Negative (no syphilis antibodies)

• HSV-2 IgG: Negative (no herpes simplex virus type 2 antibodies)

• HBsAg: Negative (no hepatitis B virus surface antigen)

• CT/NG/MG/TV and others PCR: Negative (no DNA/RNA from pathogens detected)
  Positive results indicate infection and should be followed by consultation with a healthcare provider.

Time it Takes to Get Report

Results are generally processed within 48 to 72 hours after sample collection.

How to Order the STI Gold Package Test

1. Visit Labtestzote’s website and find the STI Gold Package under Laboratory Tests.

2. Add the test to your cart and complete the checkout process.

3. Schedule your sample collection appointment at a Labtestzote partner laboratory in Nairobi or opt for home sample collection if available.

4. Visit the lab for sample collection or wait for a home visit.

5. Receive your confidential results via email or through your Labtestzote online account.

Labtestzote serves Nairobi and all over Kenya, providing accessible and confidential testing services.