Concierge sexual health · London
STD screening profiles, private confidential sexual health screening — bronze, silver and gold panels.
Private confidential sexual health screening — bronze (HIV + syphilis), silver (adds chlamydia + gonorrhoea, NAAT), gold (adds hepatitis B, C, Mycoplasma genitalium, Trichomonas). Delivered by a GUM consultant with same-week results.
Key facts
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Definition
Private confidential STD screening — a structured panel of blood, urine and swab tests for common sexually transmitted infections.
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GUM consultant-led
Sampling, interpretation and follow-up delivered by a consultant in genitourinary medicine — not a walk-in kit.
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Bronze, silver and gold panels
Three tiers of cover, chosen with you in the consultation so you pay only for what your history warrants.
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NAAT for chlamydia and gonorrhoea
Nucleic acid amplification testing — the most sensitive method, per BASHH standards.
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Same-week results
Turnaround typically within the same week, with the consultant on-call to discuss any positive result.
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Structured onward pathway
Treatment, partner notification and re-testing arranged in-house — nothing left half-done.
Indicative pricing
What a private STD screening panel costs in London.
Indicative ranges across our partner clinics. Send the details and we quote firm figures across bronze, silver and gold.
In short
Silver panel with NAAT chlamydia and gonorrhoea: £220–£320, results the same week.
| Panel or service | Indicative range | Typical duration | Turnaround |
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| Bronze panel — HIV + syphilis | £120–£180 | 20 min | Same-week |
| Silver panel — adds chlamydia + gonorrhoea (NAAT) | £220–£320 | 25 min | Same-week |
| Gold panel — adds hepatitis B, C, M. genitalium, Trich. | £380–£550 | 30 min | Same-week |
| GUM consultant sexual health consultation | £200–£350 | 30 min | Same visit |
| Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP) initiation | £450–£900 | 45 min | Same-day |
| PrEP initiation and monitoring | £250–£450 | 30 min | Same-week |
Prices vary by panel, clinic and whether the consultant sexual health consultation is added. We come back with a firm quote within one working day.
The journey
From consultation to follow-up — what happens, in order.
One GUM consultant from first message to result and treatment — often within the same week.
Phase 1 · Before
Consultation and panel selection
Phase 2 · On the day
~30 minutes at the clinic
Phase 3 · After
Results, treatment, follow-up
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Before
Sexual health consultation
A short confidential history with the GUM consultant — exposures, symptoms, prior tests, vaccination status.
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Before
Panel selection
Bronze, silver or gold panel chosen on clinical grounds — no upselling, no guesswork.
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On the day
Blood, urine and swab collection
All samples taken in a single visit by a GUM-trained clinician.
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On the day
Laboratory processing
Samples run in an accredited UK laboratory using 4th generation and NAAT assays.
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After
Consultant review
Every result reviewed and interpreted by the consultant, not auto-released.
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After
Same-week results
Results delivered securely, with a call to discuss any positive or borderline finding.
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After
Structured follow-up plan
Treatment, partner notification, re-testing and any onward referral coordinated in one plan.
Typical end-to-end: same week. Urgent PEP: same day.
What it shows
The infections a full STD screen looks for.
Every analyte the gold panel covers, and the red flag that jumps a routine slot to same-day specialist input.
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HIV 4th generation
Combined antigen and antibody assay — reliable from around 4 weeks post-exposure.
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Syphilis (Treponemal + non-treponemal)
Screening treponemal assay with confirmatory RPR/VDRL titre for staging and follow-up.
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Chlamydia trachomatis (NAAT)
Urine or swab NAAT — the BASHH-recommended first-line test.
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Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NAAT)
Site-specific NAAT (urethral, pharyngeal, rectal) as indicated by history.
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Hepatitis B (surface antigen + core antibody)
Distinguishes acute infection, chronic carriage, past exposure and vaccine response.
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Hepatitis C antibody
Screening antibody with reflex PCR if reactive to confirm active viraemia.
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Mycoplasma genitalium
NAAT for a frequently missed cause of urethritis and cervicitis, with resistance testing where indicated.
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Red flag: acute HIV seroconversion — urgent HIV team
Fever, rash, lymphadenopathy after high-risk exposure needs same-day HIV specialist input, not a routine slot.
Treatment options
What follows a positive result.
Standard-of-care treatments, prophylaxis pathways and long-term support — all delivered in-house.
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Doxycycline for chlamydia
First-line oral antibiotic per BASHH — with test-of-cure where clinically indicated.
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Ceftriaxone for gonorrhoea
Intramuscular ceftriaxone, guided by susceptibility given rising resistance.
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Benzathine penicillin for syphilis
Stage-appropriate intramuscular penicillin with serological follow-up.
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HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART)
Immediate ART initiation with the HIV team on any confirmed positive.
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Post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP)
A 28-day course, ideally started within 24 hours and no later than 72 hours after exposure.
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Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP)
Daily or event-based PrEP with quarterly HIV, renal and STI monitoring.
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Structured GUM follow-up
Test-of-cure, re-screening at 3 months and long-term risk-reduction planning.
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Partner notification support
Confidential partner notification handled by the GUM team — you don’t do it alone.
Clinical sources
The guidelines behind this guide.
Every recommendation on this page is anchored to a current national or international guideline.
Red flags
When a routine slot isn’t the right answer.
Nine clinical scenarios where a screening panel is not the correct first move — same-day specialist input takes priority.
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Acute HIV seroconversion
Flu-like illness, rash, lymphadenopathy 2–4 weeks after high-risk exposure — urgent HIV team, not a routine slot.
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Late-latent syphilis with neurological signs
Headache, cranial nerve or cognitive symptoms warrant same-day neurology and infectious diseases review.
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Disseminated gonococcal infection
Fever, migratory arthralgia, tenosynovitis or skin lesions — admit for IV ceftriaxone.
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Reactive arthritis post-chlamydia
Asymmetric large-joint arthritis, conjunctivitis or urethritis after a chlamydia episode — rheumatology and GUM together.
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Hepatitis C viraemia
Reactive HCV antibody with detectable HCV RNA needs hepatology referral for direct-acting antiviral therapy.
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Suspected LGV proctitis
Rectal pain, discharge or bleeding in men who have sex with men — LGV-specific NAAT and empirical treatment.
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Recurrent HSV outbreaks
Six or more genital HSV episodes per year — consider suppressive therapy and immunocompromise assessment.
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Post-sexual-assault attendance
Priority Sexual Assault Referral Centre pathway, PEP and forensic considerations take precedence over screening.
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Post-needlestick exposure
Occupational or community needlestick — urgent baseline bloods, PEP assessment within 72 hours.
Reading your report
An STD screening report can look intimidating. It isn’t.
Whatever the findings, the report keeps to the same four parts.
A quiet reminder
The consultant calls you on any positive — you never open a bad result alone.
If you would like us to talk you through the report before or after, just ask.
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Consultation and exposure history
Your details, exposure timeline, symptoms and the panel chosen — the context that shapes interpretation.
- 02 Technique
Assays and sample sites
4th generation HIV, treponemal syphilis, NAAT for chlamydia and gonorrhoea, hepatitis serology — with the sample site for each swab.
- 03 Findings
Result-by-result readout
Every analyte reported individually with reference range, positive/negative status and any titre or PCR copy number.
- 04 Impression
The conclusion: read this first
What each result means for you, treatment recommended, partner notification and re-testing plan.
Recognised by major UK insurers
Sexual health screening is usually a self-pay service; some insurers cover consultant consultations. We confirm before booking.
Frequently asked
Everything we get asked about STD screening.
Quick answers on confidentiality, timing after exposure, NAAT, positive results and PEP/PrEP.
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What is a private STD screening profile?
A structured panel of blood, urine and swab tests for common sexually transmitted infections, delivered by a GUM consultant. Panels range from bronze (HIV and syphilis) through silver (adds chlamydia and gonorrhoea NAAT) to gold (adds hepatitis B, hepatitis C, Mycoplasma genitalium and Trichomonas).
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How soon after exposure should I test?
HIV 4th generation assays are reliable from around 4 weeks post-exposure, chlamydia and gonorrhoea NAAT from 2 weeks, syphilis from 4–12 weeks, hepatitis B and C from 6–12 weeks. Your consultation confirms the right timing for you.
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Are results confidential?
Yes — samples are booked under your name, held on a private record, and results delivered directly to you. Nothing is shared with your GP or insurer without your explicit consent.
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What does NAAT mean, and why does it matter?
Nucleic acid amplification testing detects bacterial DNA rather than antibodies, making it the most sensitive method for chlamydia and gonorrhoea. BASHH guidance places NAAT as first-line — older methods miss cases.
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Do I need to be symptomatic to be tested?
No. Most people with chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV or hepatitis C have no symptoms. Screening is recommended after a new partner, condomless sex, or any exposure you are unsure about.
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What happens if a result is positive?
The consultant calls you, explains the finding, and starts treatment — antibiotics for bacterial infections, referral to the HIV or hepatology team for viral infections, and structured partner notification support.
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How quickly are results returned?
Same week for most panels. Urgent post-exposure work-ups can be turned around within 24–48 hours where clinically warranted.
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Can I get PEP or PrEP here?
Yes. Post-exposure prophylaxis can be started within 72 hours of a high-risk exposure, ideally sooner. PrEP is initiated with baseline bloods and reviewed quarterly.
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In practice, in London
Getting std screening profiles sorted in London, without the guesswork
With std screening profiles, the London question is usually about report turnaround and the radiologist reading it — not whether the scan is available. The wait for std screening profiles on the NHS depends heavily on where you live and how urgently the referral is graded. Central and West London private clinics can normally book within a week, with imaging or a procedure slot to follow shortly after. It’s worth being honest about the reason for going private: usually it’s time, not a fundamentally different test.
The mechanics are straightforward: a consultant appointment, any tests done at a nearby CQC-registered site, and a written report back within a few days. London’s density of private diagnostics — Marylebone, the City, Chelsea, Canary Wharf — means most patients can find something that fits around work without a cross-town trek. For std screening profiles specifically, the difference between a routine report and a sub-speciality read is where private care earns its keep.
Fit matters more than people expect. For std screening profiles, the right consultant depends on what you actually need — a second opinion, a definitive diagnosis, a bridge into treatment, or reassurance that nothing’s being missed. We match on that, not on who has the biggest brochure. If a test isn’t the right next step, we’ll say so before you book anything.