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With over 43,000 HIV & Rapid STD tests done, our clinic has the experience to detect sexually transmitted diseases and infections accurately.
This is a new STD Herpes Testing offered by DTAP Clinics that offer rapid (next working day) and accurate testing for Herpes Simples Virus 1 and 2 (HSV 1 and HSV 2) concurrently which are the cause of oral herpes and genital herpes. It detects both the virus from samples taken from the blisters and ulcers using PCR technology similar to that used in diagnosis of COVID-19.
Diagnosis of active herpes infection previously takes more than 1 week for the results to be available and as a result treatment may be delayed. With this rapid test now available, you can be diagnosed with herpes by next working day and you can start on treatment earlier and suffer less.
This is different from the usual HSV 1 and HSV 2 antibody blood test which may not accurately tell you whether the blisters/ ulcers you have are due to HSV 1/2.
(This STD Testing is available in all our Singapore clinics)
The Rapid Herpes Simplex Virus 1/2 test for the presence of the virus DNA in the blisters and ulcers.
The test detects both HSV 1 and 2 at the same time and can differentiate them.
Thus facilitating prompt and appropriate treatment.
Traditionally, HSV 1 (Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1) is commonly known as oral herpes while HSV 2 (Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2) causes genital herpes. However, due to changing sexual practices this is no longer true.
You can still get HSV 2 in the mouth via oral sex and similarly, you can get HSV 1 in the genitalia through oral sex.
Both HSV 1 and HSV 2 causes painful blisters and ulcers. Usually, there are more than 1 blister or ulcers. In some people, the symptoms can be very mild and they may not think they have been infected with herpes as they may have mistaken it for pimples, or the blisters or ulcers last for a just few days before disappearing.
However, that does not mean that the virus is no longer present.
Similar to the chickenpox virus, it can hide in your body for a period of time with no symptoms and can cause flare ups later on when your immune system is low.
Rapid STD Screening is available in any of our clinics
Thus facilitating prompt and appropriate treatment.
All that is required is either urine, vaginal, throat or anus samples depending on where the infection is likely to be present which will be determined by your doctor after the assessment. Add on additional area for sample testing is available.
Thus facilitating prompt and appropriate treatment.
All that is required is either urine, vaginal, throat or anus samples depending on where the infection is likely to be present which will be determined by your doctor after the assessment. Add on additional area for sample testing is available.
Types of Rapid Testing | Price (prices are before consultation) | Results |
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Rapid Trichomoniasis Testing | $217 | Next Day Results |
PCR Rapid HPV Testing | $292 | Next Day Results |
PCR Rapid HPV Testing + Pap Smear | $313 | Next Day Results |
Rapid HSV Testing | $269 | Next Day Results |
Add on additional site is available at $217 per site
Above charges exclude consultation
Blood test for HSV only detects the antibodies to the virus and may not reflect that the current symptoms is due to HSV as in majority of cases, once a person has been infected with HSV 1/2, the antibodies may remain positive for life. The Rapid HSV test offered by Dr Tan and Partners detects for the DNA of the HSV 1/2 virus using PCR which is accurate and rapid.
Rapid HSV Screening is available in any of our clinics.
Besides HSV, what are the other common STDs?
The 2 most common STDs in the world are Chlamydia and gonorrhoea which Dr Tan and Partners also offers rapid testing for. In addition, other STDs to consider are Syphilis, Trichomoniasis, HPV and HIV.
How long does it take for the results to be available?
Typically, results for the rapid HSV 1/2 test will be available next working day.
How accurate is the test?
It is 95-97% accurate.
Which areas of the body can the test be used for?
The doctor will usually need to take the fluid and the bottom of the blisters/ ulcers from any part body using a cotton swab.
Do I need to prepare anything to do the test?
There is no preparation to do for the test except do NOT apply any creams or powder to the area 24 hours prior to the test.
Is it painful?
No. Most patients report no to little pain during and after the test.
Are there any vaccinations available for HSV?
Unfortunately at this point in time, there is no available vaccine for HSV. However, there are several Herpes Simplex Virus vaccines being researched.
If you think that you may have been exposed to these 2 STDs or you have symptoms like penile discharges, vaginal discharges or burning sensation or discomfort when you pass urine, please visit any of our clinics and consult with our doctors to get tested with the rapid Chlamydia and Gonorrhoea test and get treated.
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