Better2Know Sexual health & STIs

Blemish Screen

If you have a bump, blister, rash or other unusual blemish, choose this screen to get tested for Syphilis, Genital Warts and Herpes.

Sample
Swab
Collection
Genital swab sample at clinic or nurse visit
Results in
5 days
Biomarkers
4
Tests for
  • Syphilis
  • Herpes 1
  • Herpes 2
  • HPV

Test specifications

Provider
Better2Know
Sample type
swab
Collection method
genital swab sample at clinic or nurse visit
Turnaround time
5 days
Biomarkers tested
4
At-home test
No
Doctor reviewed
No
Gender focus
Both

What's tested

4 biomarkers as listed by Better2Know.

STI Blood

  • Syphilis
  • Herpes 1
  • Herpes 2
  • HPV

About this test

Three reasons to choose the Better2Know Blemish Screen:

  • If you have a lump, wart, blister, rash or other blemish in your genital area, this is the screen for you
  • You do not want to go to your normal doctor and would like strict confidentiality
  • You want fast, accurate results to treat the blemish swiftly

This screen will take a swab of your blemish, wart, blister or lesion to see if it is the result of one of the STIs we test for.

What does the Blemish Screen test for?

The Blemish Screen tests for:

  • Syphilis
  • Herpes I/II (Current Infection)
  • HPV (Genital Warts)

These are the most common sexually transmitted infections caused by warts, bumps, and blisters in the genital region. You can choose to include other STIs with this screen at our reduced, bolt-on price.

What will happen at my appointment?

Your clinician will welcome you to your private appointment and collect your swab samples. They will need to collect two swab samples of the affected area. These will then be sent to our accredited laboratory to see if your blemish is caused by a Syphilis or Herpes infection.

How will I get my results?

Your results will be available in our secure, online area as soon as they are returned by the laboratory and have been reviewed by our results team. Results are uploaded to the patient area 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We will also contact you by email or SMS once all your results are ready. If you prefer, a member of our sexual health advisory team will also call you to discuss your results in detail.

What if my results reveal that I have an STI?

If you test positive, do not panic. We are here to help you. Your Better2Know doctor can help you access the right treatment.

  • Herpes can be managed by creams and antiviral medications if you have persistent and painful outbreaks.
  • Syphilis is curable with antibiotics.

How do I book?

You can book your confidential appointment directly by calling our friendly booking team 24/7 on the telephone number above, or click on the Get Started button to book online.

Description provided by Better2Know.

Our editorial score

Compare Health Test Score
Editorial confidence: 9.0/10

Score breakdown

  • Clarity and documentation 9.0/10

    The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.

  • Clinical depth 9.0/10

    4 biomarkers, placing it in the 75th percentile of sexual health tests we track.

  • Collection convenience 9.0/10

    Can be done at home; with a venous or clinic option as well; a home nurse visit is offered; results within 5 days.

  • Results and follow-up 3.5/10

    Results are not doctor-reviewed as standard.

  • Trust signals 6.5/10

    Trustpilot 4.2 from 775 reviews; CQC registered; trading 18+ years.

  • Value for money 2.9/10

    £295.00 against a median of £172.50 for the 64 similarly sized sexual health tests we track (+71%).

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