ct/ng pcr test
STIUrine or swab sample3-5 days
CT/NG PCR Test
A confidential PCR test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea using either urine or swab, with both sample options available at the same price.
Sample
Urine or swab
Results
3-5 days
Prep
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Follow-up
Optional add-on
What this test detects
Chlamydia trachomatis (CT)
Real-time PCR · urine or swab
Qualitative · Detected/Not detected
Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG)
Real-time PCR · urine or swab
Qualitative · Detected/Not detected
When to get this test
Routine sexual-health screening
A comfortable option for regular screening, especially with a new or multiple partners.
Symptoms present
Helpful if you have burning when urinating, unusual discharge, or genital discomfort.
Partner notification
Useful if a partner has tested positive for chlamydia or gonorrhoea.
How to prepare
01
Choose Urine or Swab based on your symptoms, testing site, or clinician's request.
02
For urine testing, provide a first-catch urine sample and avoid urinating for at least 1 hour before collection.
03
For swab testing, follow the clinic's collection instructions for the specific body site.
04
Tell the clinic if you are currently taking antibiotics.
Common questions
Which CT/NG PCR sample should I choose?
Choose Urine if you want a non-invasive option and your clinic or doctor did not specifically request a swab. Choose Swab if you have symptoms from a specific site, need cervical, urethral, throat, or rectal sampling, or were advised to get a swab.
Why first-catch urine?
For the urine option, the first part of your urine stream carries the most cells, which gives the most accurate result.
Is PCR testing reliable?
Yes. PCR detects genetic material from Chlamydia trachomatis and Neisseria gonorrhoeae. The best sample type depends on your symptoms, exposure, and testing site.
What happens if the result is detected?
A detected result should be reviewed with a clinician so treatment, partner notification, and any follow-up testing can be planned.
Is my result confidential?
Yes. Your results are private and shared only with you.