How do I receive my test results?
Lauren Dobischok
Epidemiologist
Lauren is a health scientist and science communicator currently living in the Netherlands. Originally from Canada, she completed a Research Master’s in Health Sciences at the Netherlands Institute of Health Sciences at Erasmus University Rotterdam (NIHES) with a specialisation in epidemiology. Prior to her master’s degree, she completed a Bachelor’s degree in Health Sciences at Simon Fraser University. With a background in public health, her goal is to create accurate scientific content that is easy to understand and empowers people to make informed decisions. Within Homed-IQ, Lauren works as a Product Developer and Content Lead, working closely with physicians and scientists on medical devices for Homed-IQ’s new products and written communications.
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Table of contents
If you’ve decided to take control of your sexual health with an STI test, you might be wondering how long it takes to receive your test and when you can expect the results. This article explains how quickly your Homed-IQ test will arrive, how long it takes to get your results, and what steps to take if you test positive for an STI.
Table of Contents
- How soon will I receive my STI test?
- When will I receive my test result?
- What should I do if I test positive for an STI?
How soon will I receive my STI test?
If you order a test via our website on working days before 6 p.m., you should receive it within three working days, and in most cases the next day. Shipping on all of our orders is free. After you have placed the order, your test kit will be delivered to your home in discreet packaging. After activating your test kit online, you can collect the test sample from home and return it to the lab.
When will I receive my test result?
A certified laboratory will analyze your test sample and share it with our medical team. You will receive an email when the test has arrived in the lab and another when the results are ready in your personal account. You will be able to view your test results in your personal account within 48 hours of the test’s arrival at our certified laboratory. The result will be removed from your account after 1 month for privacy reasons. However, you can download the laboratory report of your test and save it for future reference.
What should I do if I test positive for an STI?
If you have tested positive for one or more STIs, you will receive additional information with an explanation of the possible causes and next steps. The test result can be downloaded so that you can then bring it to your doctor and start treatment, if necessary. If you test positive for chlamydia and are located in the Netherlands, treatment can also be requested from one of our doctors. Steps on how to do this will be provided with your test results.
If you test positive, don’t forget to inform your previous bed partners. In the Netherlands, this can be done anonymously via partnerwaarschuwing.nl.
Frequently asked questions
How reliable are the tests?
Our tests are analysed in an ISO 15189 accredited laboratory with the same equipment and protocols used by hospitals and GPs. The accuracy is comparable to a venous blood draw.
How quickly will I receive my results?
After receipt of your sample at the lab, you will receive your results within 1-2 working days in your personal, secure portal.
Are the tests really anonymous?
Yes, 100%. The packaging is plain, containing no indication of the contents. Your test is registered with an anonymous code. Only you have access to the results.
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