a[TEST]
167 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, New South Wales, Australia
About a[TEST]
Welcome to a[TEST], a health establishment located at 167 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, in Australia. As a point of interest, a[TEST] offers a range of services focused on sexual health. Please note that appointments are required, and we operate from Monday to Saturday.
To ensure the safety of our clients and staff, we kindly request that you wear a face mask upon entry. Additionally, if you have been tested within the last three months, we may not be able to conduct another test at this time.
If you have any questions or concerns about your sexual health needs, our team at a[TEST] is here to help. Feel free to contact Sexual Health Info Link at 1800 451 624 for further assistance.
Although we do not provide MPOX vaccinations, you can conveniently book your MPOX vaccination appointment online through our website.
At a[TEST], we believe in the importance of regular testing for the well-being of both individuals and the community. Our rapid HIV and STI testing service is available to gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men, regardless of their HIV status. This service is fast, free, and confidential.
You can find a[TEST] at two locations in Sydney: Oxford St (Darlinghurst) and Surry Hills. Our peer educators, who are trained individuals from our communities, along with our nursing staff, ensure a friendly and professional testing experience. The entire appointment, including receiving your rapid HIV test result, typically takes around 30 minutes.
During your visit, a peer educator will provide information on rapid HIV testing and administer the test. While waiting for the result, you will provide a throat swab, urine sample, and a bum swab to check for chlamydia and gonorrhea. Our nursing staff will also take a blood sample to test for syphilis and perform a confirmation HIV test.
Once the rapid HIV test result is ready, it will be provided by a nurse or a peer. Our knowledgeable team can answer any questions you may have about your sexual health and can also assist with referrals to other services if needed.
The a[TEST] location at 167 Oxford St (Darlinghurst) is wheelchair accessible and operates from Monday to Friday, 11:00 am to 6:15 pm, and on Saturdays from 11:30 am to 2:30 pm. The Surry Hills location at 414 Elizabeth St is also wheelchair accessible and open on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:30 pm to 6:15 pm.
Please note that a[TEST] is an asymptomatic screening service, which means that treatment for STIs is currently not available onsite. It is important to be aware that you can acquire an STI without experiencing any signs or symptoms. If you do notice changes in your body, such as itching or discharge, it is recommended to see a doctor or visit a sexual health clinic for a check-up.
If your symptoms are clear and obvious, your doctor may choose to provide immediate treatment rather than waiting for test results, leading to a faster recovery.
In accordance with national testing guidelines, we are unable to test individuals who have been tested within the last three months. However, if you require a test within this timeframe and do not meet the criteria, you can consult your GP for testing.
For information on how often you should test based on your HIV status and the number of sexual partners, please visit our "Test Often" page on our website. Alternatively, HIV and STI testing are also available at the Sydney Sexual Health Centre, RPA Sexual Health Centre, and KRC.
If you believe you have recently been exposed to HIV within the last 72 hours, please contact the PEP Hotline at 1800 737 669 immediately. Additional information can also be found at www.getpep.info.
We are dedicated to ending HIV through more frequent testing, and we encourage you to join us in this mission. Book your test now to contribute to the effort.
Lastly, we would like to acknowledge and pay respect to the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands and waters on which we operate throughout Australia. We recognize that we are on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander land and extend our acknowledgment to the Elders and Indigenous people visiting our website.
The ENDING HIV campaign has been made possible by funding from ACON's primary funder, the NSW Ministry of Health, as well as our own fundraising activities. We have not received any funding or support from pharmaceutical companies for this work.
Photos of a[TEST]
167 Oxford St, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia
Opening hours of a[TEST]
Monday:
11:00 - 18:15
Tuesday:
11:00 - 18:15
Wednesday:
11:00 - 18:15
Thursday:
11:00 - 18:15
Friday:
11:00 - 18:15
Saturday:
11:30 - 14:15
Sunday:
Day off
Reviews of a[TEST]
"This service should be an example to all others of how to run a rapid testing service. It is the best in the world."
"Such a friendly and welcoming place."
"Staff are really friendly and down to earth. The service here is one of the best I have experienced. The clinic itself is also very modern, inviting and has a great calm atmosphere."
"I'm a straight guy who is travelling from another Aussie city and they refused service. They discriminate based on sexual orientation. So much for equality. It's just a general checkup but they erronously said it's like a man goes for a paper smear. No it's not! Don't go here if you believe in equality, it goes both ways. I may as well vote NO now."
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