STI Testing Methods Explained
Understand STI testing methods, including blood, urine, swab, and PCR tests. Learn which infections each method may detect and how MedConsult supports confidential sexual health testing.
STI
What is Gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae, which can infect the genitals, rectum, and throat. It is typically spread through vaginal, oral, or anal sex and is especially common among young people aged 15–24 years. Despite its high prevalence, gonorrhea is both preventable and curable with appropriate antibiotic
What is Chlamydia?
Chlamydia is most commonly spread through sex without protection, such as a condom. It can be passed through oral, vaginal or anal sex and even touching of the genitals without penetration. You can become infected with chlamydia on your genitals, throat (oral), the rectum or the eyes.