creation date: 2026-06-18 02:03
tags: Assessments


STI Screening

Background

Common STIs are:

  • Bacterial
    • Syphilis
    • Gonorrhea
    • Chlamydia
    • Trichomoniasis (parasitic)
  • Viral
    • Hep B/C
    • Herpes simplex virus
    • Human immunodeficiency virus
    • Human papillomavirus

Testing is recommended every 12 months for high-risk individuals or before sex with a new partner.

History & Physical

Investigations

The standard STI laboratory panel consist of:

  • Neisseria gonorrhoeae (GC)
  • Chlamydia trachomatis (CT)
  • HIV (public health)
  • VDRL for syphilis (public health)
  • Chronic hepatitis

References

Tools / Guidelines

Additional Reading