Sexual health screening tests are essential for assessing overall sexual health and detecting infections, providing a comprehensive evaluation of an individual's health status. These tests include a Complete Blood Count with Platelet Count to evaluate blood health, urinalysis for urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted infections (STIs), HBsAg for active Hepatitis B, and Anti-HCV for Hepatitis C. Additionally, the RPR and TP-PA tests are used to diagnose syphilis by identifying relevant antibodies.
To ensure optimal health, it is recommended that individuals begin screening at age 21 or when they become sexually active, with follow-up screenings annually or as advised by a healthcare provider.
No solid food, fruit juice, soft drinks, coffee, tea, milk, or chewing gum Water intake is acceptable
No less than 10 hours and no more than 12 hours
No menstruation/spotting during the exam for at least 3 days