The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test checks for the presence of both chlamydia and gonorrhea, the 2 most common sexually transmitted infections. People with chlamydia and gonorrhea may not have signs and symptoms. If you’re sexually active, it’s important to screen for STDs. Left untreated, sexually transmitted infections (STI) can cause medical complications. Testing is the only way to know for sure if you have a sexually transmitted infection.
What is tested?
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test screens for 2 of the most common sexually transmitted infections found in the United States today.1,4
Chlamydia
Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis. Chlamydia is the most commonly reported STD in the United States.1 However, some people with chlamydia may never have symptoms, which makes it very easy to spread from person to person. Chlamydia can be treated with antibiotics. If chlamydia is not treated, it usually does not go away on its own. It can stay within the body for years without symptoms and may flare up and cause serious complications. In people assigned male at birth, untreated chlamydia can spread to the testicles and the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles (epididymitis) and cause infertility. In people assigned female at birth, untreated chlamydia can spread to reproductive organs and can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), ectopic pregnancy, and infertility.
Gonorrhea
Gonorrhea is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae. Gonorrhea is the second most commonly reported STD in the United States.1 However, some people with gonorrhea may never have symptoms, which makes it very easy to spread from person to person. It can cause infection in the genitals, throat, and rectum. Gonorrhea is easily treatable but usually will not go away on its own. If gonorrhea is treated early, it is unlikely to lead to complications. However, if it is not treated, it can spread and may cause serious complications. In people assigned male at birth, untreated gonorrhea can spread to the testicles and prostate gland and cause infertility. In people assigned female at birth, untreated gonorrhea can spread to reproductive organs and can cause pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), ectopic pregnancy, and infertility.
Signs & Symptoms
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test can be used by people with and without symptoms of sexually transmitted infection. When symptoms do occur, they may vary from person to person and depending on the infection.
Symptoms common in women include:
Chlamydia can also cause inflammation of the cervix.
Gonorrhea can also cause redness or swelling at the opening of the penis.
Eligibility
The Chlamydia and Gonorrhea Test is for anyone who is sexually active. Even if you don't have any symptoms, you can still pass the infection along to another person without knowing it.5 You must be 18 years old or older to purchase.
Preparing For Your Test
You do not need to do anything special to prepare for the sample collection. This panel does not require fasting.
After The Test
When your results are ready, we will send them to you in a clear, easy-to-read report. You will have the option to speak with an independent physician to discuss your results. If your results differ from the expected ranges, you may receive an alert call to inform you.
