Knowing your health status when it comes to sexually transmitted infections is important for a healthy and safe sexual relationship. Screening can allow detection of sexually transmitted infections like HIV, HPV, and syphilis so that they can be caught and treated at an early stage.
Sexually transmitted diseases that are screened for include :• HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus)• Syphilis• HPV (Human Papilloma Virus)Other tests that are included in sexual health screenings are :• Full Blood Examination• Blood Grouping• Renal Profile• Liver Function Tests• Lipid Profile• Hepatitis A & B screening• Thyroid function tests• Diabetes screening• Rheumatoid factor•Urine FEME
Health Screening Packages for Sexual Wellness include :1. HIV and VDRL Test Package At Home2. Evalyn Brush HPV self-sampling Kit3. Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B Test Package At Home4. Columbia Asia PJ - Comprehensive Screening (by Specialist)5. Columbia Asia PJ - Pre-Marital Screening (Individual)
Different health screening packages may have different requirements. For example, you may need to fast before a blood test and the first urine sample in the morning may be needed for accurate results. Don’t forget to bring your ID and booking details to your appointment.
Those who are sexually active and had a history of sexually transmitted diseases are encouraged to undergo sexual health screening. Additionally, those who are planning to get married can do pre-marital screening test.