Self-Directed STI Screening

Self-Directed STI Testing is Available

Basic STI testing is available without an appointment through UHS Lab.

Is self-directed STI testing right for you? Be informed, and take a moment to review the process. 

  • 1. Please read the following important information about our self-directed STI (Sexually Transmitted Infection) screening program:

    • This program allows you to order tests for some of the most common sexually transmitted infections without an appointment. It is intended for screening only, and should not be used if you have symptoms.

    • This screening will not test for all STIs, and may not be adequate depending on your sexual practices. To assess your risk, we strongly recommend using a risk tool such as STD Wizard to find out what you should be tested for based on your sexual practices.

    • You may be coming in for testing too soon if you have had a new partner recently. HIV antibody results take up to 4 weeks to become accurate, gonorrhea/chlamydia 1-2 weeks, and syphilis 4 weeks.  

    • This program can be used no more frequently than once per 3 months, in accordance with CDC guidelines for STI screening. Most people do not need STI screening more than once per year, and some less often.

  • 2. To get a STI test, no appointment is needed, you can drop by the UHS Lab on Monday - Friday during open hours. Please bring your Cal ID.

  • 3. Negative test results will be sent to you by message on MyUCBerkeleyHealth, with a phone call for any positive results. Results are usually sent within 3 business days but can occasionally take longer due to lab processing requirements. If you do not wish to receive results by MyUCBerkeleyHealth secure messaging, you cannot at this time use this program. Please call to discuss with the Advice Nurse, or make an appointment to be seen by a clinician for your STI/STD testing needs.

PLEASE NOTE: If you have STI symptoms, concerns regarding exposure within the past week (such as a broken condom), or have been the survivor of an assault, it is not recommended that you use this program as other testing and treatment may be needed. Please call the Advice Line immediately at (510) 643-7197 or see After-Hours services.