This is a swab taken from the rectum to test for gonorrhoea and chlamydia.

Why do this test? This throat swab test may be done to screen for gonorrhoea and chlamydia if a person has been involved in oral sex.

  There is no need for an appointment to do the Gonorrhoea & Chlamydia Throat Swab. After paying for the test online, you will receive a confirmation message with a map and directions attached. You can then go to Patient Reception at The Doctors Laboratory to give the sample. The laboratory is open 7am – 7pm weekdays and 7am-1pm on Saturdays.

Time taken: 2 working days *

  This self-test is done at Patient Reception.

  Results of your gonorrhoea & chlamydia throat swab will be e-mailed to you with a doctor's explanation of what the result means.

* Indicative timings only. Actual result may be earlier or slightly later.