Please note that from 8.4.2025, all infectious disease tests (STD) will take place in the new testing centre at the Polyclinic Prosek. Detailed information can be found HERE. On May 9 2025, we will be closed due to exceptional circumstances.
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES
Testing for men and women
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES
A set of microbiological tests for sexually transmitted diseases. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are infectious diseases caused by bacteria, viruses, parasites or yeast. They are transmitted through bodily fluids, most commonly through sexual intercourse and various sexual practices. However, transmission can also occur, for example, through infected needles among drug users or from mother to fetus.
Please note that from 8.4.2025 all sampling for infectious diseases will take place in the newly opened GHC Genetics sampling centre at Poliklinika Prosek. Detailed information can be found HERE.
The first symptoms most often appear as some discomfort, discharge, rash or sores in the genital area or at the point of entry of the infection. Untreated sexually transmitted infections can cause serious health complications, cancer, infertility, affect the course of pregnancy or cause permanent damage to the fetus. The most common bacterial infections include gonorrhoea, syphilis, chlamydia, while viral infections include HIV (AIDS), human papillomavirus (HPV), herpes, hepatitis B, C and others.
Most sexually transmitted diseases are highly infectious, and although some may be asymptomatic for some time, they pose a significant risk not only to the infected person but also to their intimate contacts. Risky sexual behaviour and promiscuity are the main reasons behind the increase in STDs. A major risk is posed by asymptomatic individuals who may not know they have the disease, yet spread it further. It is therefore essential that particular care be taken to prevent the infection and behave responsibly or to get tested regularly. The tests are suitable for all sexually active people, especially those with risky behaviour or contacts, even if they have no symptoms of the disease. All tests can be performed anonymously.
GHC Genetics sampling centre for STD - Poliklinika Prosek
(In operation from 8.4.2025)
The infectious diseases sampling centre is located in GHC Genetics at Poliklinika Prosek
Address: Poliklina Prosek - Lovosická 440, 190 00 Prague 9
The sampling centre is located on the first underground floor on the right part of the main building behind the orthopaedics. You can find directions from the entrance or you can ask at the reception desk at the entrance to the polyclinic.
Phone: (+420) 724 167 403 (in operation only during the sampling hours)
Outside these hours, call: (+420) 800 390 390 or (+420) 234 280 280.
Email: info@ghcgenetics.cz
Women only:
Monday: 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday: 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Thursday: 8:00 am - 11:30 am
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Men only:
Tuesday: 8:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Frequently Asked Questions
All sampling is performed exclusively at our GHC Genetics sampling centre at Poliklinika Prosek (first underground floor), Lovosicka 440, Prague 9.
Vaginal swab (without prior appointment) Monday 8:00-11:30, Tuesday 8:00-11:30 Thursday 8:00-11:30 and Friday 10:00-14:30.
Urethral swab (by appointment only) every Tuesday 8:00-10:30 and Friday 10:00-14:30.
Yes, after order you will receive an email with a link to the booking system. Priority is always given to clients with a reservation.
The test should be taken 1-3 weeks after risky sexual contact.
You will receive the result within 3-5 working days after the sample is delivered to the laboratory. For an additional fee of 1 500.- CZK you will receive the result within 24 hours.
You will receive the results electronically by e-mail, you will receive a code to open the file by SMS.
Yes, if you are taking antibiotics, it is recommended to take them at least 4 weeks after they have been taken. The woman must not be pregnant or menstruating at the time of collection; if the man urinates less than 1 hour before the swab, the result may be a false negative.
There are no restrictions before the blood draw, the client can eat and drink normally.
Yes, but a urinalysis may not prove infection and the result is then a false negative, so a urethral or vaginal swab is always preferable.
Women perform the vaginal swab themselves with a self-sampling certified kit after instruction and briefing by professional staff.
Our test screens for 18 HR high-risk and 12 LR low-risk HPV types, including high-risk HPV 16 and HPV 18. These viruses cause up to 70% of cervical cancers. The type of HPV detected is always indicated in the resulting laboratory report. We do not vaccinate against HPV.
Unfortunately, it can't. This is because in the case of detected positivity for sexually transmitted diseases (HIV, syphilis, gonorrhea) we are obliged to report positive persons to the Hygienic Station of the capital city of Prague.
Yes, you can pay on the spot with cash or card.