Blood test for sexually transmitted diseases

A blood test is recommended in the following situations:

- After unprotected sexual intercourse, especially with new or changing partners

- In the presence of symptoms such as unusual skin changes, pain, or other signs of infection

- During pregnancy, to rule out the risk of transmission to the child

- For regular check-ups in individuals at increased risk, such as those with frequently changing sexual partners

- After a positive test in a sexual partner

Before a blood test for sexually transmitted diseases, the following points should be considered:

• Correct test timing: Some infections, such as HIV, can only be detected in the blood after a certain period (incubation period). Consult your doctor about this.
• Medication intake: Inform the doctor about current medications, as some therapies may affect the test result.
• Previous symptoms: Inform the doctor of any complaints or unusual symptoms to facilitate diagnosis.

The blood test procedure includes the following steps:

1. Blood collection: A small amount of blood is drawn from a vein. This takes only a few minutes and is almost painless.
2. Laboratory analysis: The blood is tested for specific antibodies, antigens, or DNA/RNA of infectious agents. Depending on the test, results can take a few hours to days.
3. Result evaluation: The results are interpreted by a doctor, who recommends further diagnostic steps or therapy in case of positive findings.

After receiving the test results, the doctor will discuss the next steps with you:

• Negative test result: The doctor will explain possible preventive measures, such as the use of condoms.
• Positive test result: If an infection is detected, the doctor will initiate appropriate therapy and inform you about managing the condition, including notifying sexual partners.
• Repeat tests: For certain infections, follow-up tests may be necessary to check the success of the treatment.

The blood test for sexually transmitted diseases costs 110.00 euros. This price includes the following services:

• Blood collection: Conducting the blood draw for laboratory tests.
• Laboratory diagnostics: Analysis of the blood for various sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis.
• Discussion of findings: Explanation of the test results and, if necessary, initiation of further diagnostic or therapeutic measures.