Combi risk test: HIV, Syphilis, Hepatitis

This blood test consists of:

• HIV (anti HIV 1-2)
• Syphilis (THPA, Lues)
• Hepatitis B (hepatitis Bs antigen)
• Hepatitis C (hepatitis C al.)

The survey is fast, anonymous and reliable.

When is it wise to take this test?

• Three months after the last risk sex contact testing
• If you have no complaints
  • To determine if you have an infection with HIV, syphilis or hepatitis (because an STI rarely comes alone, it is wise to get tested for other STIs as well)
  • If you have been at high risk for HIV, it makes sense to have this test sooner.
  • Note: if you have an STI you can pass it on to someone else during the three month period. Keep this period free!

• Three months after you and your boyfriend/girlfriend know each other:
  • If you are monogamous and want to stop using condoms
  • Note: without a condom you can get pregnant, arrange another form of contraception in time that you are happy with.

• Regular testing if you have many changing contacts
  • Men who have sex with men are recommended to get tested at least twice a year.
  • Sex workers are advised to get tested four times a year.

From when is the test visible in the blood?

• HIV: usually a few weeks to three months
• Syphilis: from 6 weeks to three months
• Hepatitis B: usually two to three months
• Hepatitis C: usually two to three months