Take care of your sexual health from home easily and painlessly. With the STI HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis C at home test for sexually transmitted infections, you can test yourself in the comfort of your own home and prioritize your sexual health without having to travel, wait a long time, or make an unpleasant visit to the doctor.
Blood test for
âś“ HIV (screening test*)
âś“ Hepatitis C (screening test*)
âś“ Syphilis (screening test*)
Digital health is very important to us! With our DoctorBox App, you can:
- Keep track of the testing process digitally
- If necessary, schedule a doctor's visit online through the app
- Order your medications through our health marketplace if needed
*Only a screening test is performed for these infections without confirmatory diagnosis. In case of a "reactive" result, consult a registered physician immediately to confirm or deny the result.
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) can affect both men and women and can cause a wide range of symptoms and effects. It is important to note that not everyone who has an STI will necessarily develop symptoms. In addition, symptoms can vary in severity among those affected. The symptoms listed below can also be attributed to other health problems. For this reason, testing for STIs is recommended at regular intervals.
1. HIV (human immunodeficiency virus)
Acute infection often goes unrecognized because it is associated with no symptoms or nonspecific flu symptoms in both men and women. If untreated, it is followed by a silent phase of the disease that lasts for years. This later develops into the symptomatic phase of AIDS, which manifests as a severe impairment of the immune system in both men and women. The resulting infections can affect various organs.
2. hepatitis C
During the initial infection, both men and women often have mild or absent symptoms for 4-12 weeks after infection. Occasionally, flu-like symptoms, dark urine, abdominal pain and yellow-colored skin may occur. The virus remains in the liver of most people infected for the first time and later leads to chronic infection, which usually progresses without obvious symptoms. Over the course of many years, however, it can lead to liver disease and, as a complication, cirrhosis, in which the liver gradually loses its function.
3. syphilis (lues)
About 2-3 weeks after syphilis infection, both men and women may experience swelling of the lymph nodes in the genital area. This is often accompanied by painless mucosal lesions on the genital organs, which normally heal on their own. During vaginal intercourse, these lesions may occur on the penis as well as on the labia or in the vagina. During oral sex, mucosal lesions are possible in the mouth or throat, while the rectum may be affected during anal sex. In the later stages of infection, a rash may appear on the hands and feet. If the infection is not treated, it can persist in the body for years and damage all organs. Such infection poses a particular risk during pregnancy, as the unborn child may suffer serious damage.
After your sample has been analyzed in the specialized medical laboratory, you will receive your individual results in digital format via the DoctorBox app. The results are presented clearly and the additional information is worded in a way that even "laymen" can understand.
There is additional information about each TSI. You will also receive a report in PDF format, which you can also download.
Results will be available in English only.
Install the free DoctorBox app on your smartphone using the links below to the App Store or Play Store. Once you have completed the registration process, go to "Home test" in the menu and then to "Test result."
Select the correct test and scan the barcode on your Test-ID Card. The test is now registered in the DoctorBox app, so you will receive information within the app when the result is available.
DoctorBox's HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis C STI test is ideal for people who suspect they have these infections or are at high risk. This test checks for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis C, which can have serious health consequences if not detected and treated in time.
The test can be done in the comfort of your own home and offers a quick and discreet way to check your health status and seek medical help in a timely manner if needed.
Results should arrive within about 3 working days after sending the sample. Please pay attention to notifications in the DoctorBox app. Results are often evaluated more quickly.
Please note that this is an estimate and may vary, especially during vacation periods or other unexpected delays. If you believe your sample will be significantly delayed, please contact our customer service department.
DoctorBox home tests should not be used:
- If you are under the age of majority (18 years or older)
- If you have trouble looking at or drawing blood, perform the test in the presence of another adult or have it performed by a health care professional.
You should use DoctorBox home tests only after consulting your doctor if:
you suffer from a bleeding tendency or coagulation disorder or are taking anticoagulant medications.
Other than that, home tests are completely safe, as long as all materials are used only for their intended purpose.
Yes, you can also send the sample over the weekend. The STI Basic test is designed so that the sample can be packed and shipped safely, regardless of the day of the week.
Samples are stable for up to 7 days. If possible, avoid putting samples in the mailbox on particularly hot days. Ideally, choose another day for collection or take the sample to a post office. However, results are sent only during the week.
.How it works
Carry out sampling
Before you start sampling, please read the enclosed instructions for use carefully.
Bar code final scanning
Bar code final scanning
Send samples
Pack your sample as described in the instructions. Take the prepaid envelope to the post office on the same day.
Your findings
After the laboratory analysis, your test result is transferred to your DoctorBox app, your health account. You can view the current status there at any time.