Sexual Health Profile Premium - Male - (£199)

The Sexual Health Profile Premium – Male is an advanced and comprehensive screening panel designed to detect a broad range of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and viral infections. This profile combines PCR-based detection with antibody and antigen testing to provide an accurate assessment of your sexual health, ensuring early diagnosis and effective management of infections.

Indications for testing
This test is recommended for:
– Sexually active men who want a detailed evaluation of their sexual health.
– Individuals with multiple partners or those who have had unprotected sexual contact.
– Men experiencing symptoms such as genital pain, discharge, itching, or sores.
– Individuals who may have been recently exposed to an STI or viral infection.
– High-risk individuals, including healthcare workers or those in environments with higher transmission potential.
– Men undergoing routine sexual health screening or fertility evaluations.

What can be detected
The Sexual Health Profile Premium – Male offers a complete diagnostic overview, including detection of bacterial and viral infections:

STI 4 PCR: Identifies DNA from the four most common sexually transmitted pathogens with high accuracy, even in asymptomatic individuals:
– Chlamydia trachomatis
– Neisseria gonorrhoeae
– Mycoplasma genitalium
– Trichomonas vaginalis

Hepatitis C Antibodies (HCV Ab): Detects antibodies to the Hepatitis C virus, which can cause chronic liver disease if not treated promptly.

Hepatitis B Surface Antigen (HBsAg): Screens for active Hepatitis B infection, which can affect liver function and be transmitted sexually or through blood contact.

Syphilis Antibodies (Syphilis Ab): Identifies antibodies produced against Treponema pallidum, the bacterium responsible for syphilis, enabling diagnosis at any stage of infection.

HIV Antibodies + p24 Antigen: Detects both HIV antibodies and the p24 antigen for early and precise diagnosis of HIV infection.

Male Genital Swab Culture: Identifies bacterial and fungal infections that may affect genital health, including:
– Neisseria gonorrhoeae
– Candida spp.
– Trichomonas vaginalis
– Staphylococcus aureus
– Streptococcus agalactiae (GBS)

Fasting requirements
Fasting is not required for the Sexual Health Profile Premium – Male. However, it is recommended to avoid urination for at least 1–2 hours before providing the urine sample for PCR testing.