What tests can I order online?
Our online kits can test you for chlamydia, gonorrhoea and HIV. They can also test you for syphilis, but may not be suitable if you’ve been treated for syphilis before. More information about these infections is available below:
- Chlamydia – a guide by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (pdf)
- Gonorrhoea – a guide by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (pdf)
- HIV – health information on the NHS website
- Syphilis – a guide by the British Association for Sexual Health and HIV (pdf)
Please only order the tests that you are going to do – your results may be delayed if you do not complete and return all of your tests.
Information alert: Been treated for syphilis before?
If you want another syphilis test, our online kits may not be right for you. It takes more blood to test for syphilis if you've had treatment for it in the past - the sample returned via the kit may not provide enough blood for us to give you a result.
Please email us for advice or call our main phone line.
Who can use this service?
You can order an STI self-test kit online if:
- you are 18 or older
- you live in an area covered by Oxfordshire County Council (find your local council on the GOV.UK website).
- you have no symptoms or other concerns
You will be asked a series of questions to check which STI kit is best for you. We can provide kits whatever your sexuality and gender identity. We sometimes might need to contact you first, just to check your exact needs and make sure the right kit is sent. If you have any worries, it is always best to book a telephone consultation to discuss these.
How do I do my own tests?
All kits are supplied with clear instruction leaflets. You can also view online versions of the leaflets below. If you need any help or advice, please contact us.
Chlamydia and gonorrhoea testing
- rectal swab instructions
- throat swab instructions
- urine sample instructions
- vaginal swab instructions
HIV and syphilis testing
Watch our video guide (below) first, then look at the blood sample instructions.
Is there a limit to the number of tests I can request?
Yes. It is important to understand when you should be testing; this will depend on your sexual history.
You will not be able to request a kit online more than once every 4 months. If you do need to test more frequently than this, please contact us for a telephone consultation so we can arrange this for you.
When will I get my results?
Please see test results – self-test kits.
Not eligible to use this service?
I have symptoms
Go to I have symptoms of infection.
I’m under 18
Contact us for a telephone consultation; you will then be given a clinic appointment or sent out a self-testing kit as appropriate. You can also see your school or college nurse for a free test pack.
I don’t live in the Oxfordshire area
Find your nearest STI testing and treatment service on the NHS website