Discreet Sexual Health Screening: STD Panel A
Base Laboratory Fee: from RM 100
STD Panel A is a focused diagnostic suite designed to detect the most common sexually transmitted infections. This panel is an ideal choice for individuals seeking a baseline screening or those who want to take a proactive step in managing their sexual health.
What’s Included?
The STD Panel A provides a comprehensive blood-based screening for several key bacterial and viral infections:
1. Syphilis Screening
- VDRL – RPR: A baseline screening test to look for antibodies that may indicate a syphilis infection.
- Treponema Pallidum IgG & IgM: Highly specific confirmatory tests used to detect both recent and past syphilis infections.
2. Viral Infections (HIV & Herpes)
- Anti-HIV 1 & 2 Screen: An advanced screening test to detect antibodies for both HIV Type 1 and Type 2.
- Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Type 1 & 2 (IgG): Specific tests to identify the presence of antibodies for HSV-1 (typically oral) and HSV-2 (typically genital).
3. Bacterial Infection
- Chlamydia Ab IgG: A specialized blood test to detect long-term or previous exposure to Chlamydia.
Pre-Screening Guidelines
- Fasting: Fasting is generally not required for STD blood panels unless you are combining this with a full wellness screening.
- Privacy: All screenings are conducted with the strictest confidentiality.
- Identification: Please bring your NRIC or Passport for registration purposes.
Procedure Details
- Laboratory Charges: The base fee of approximately RM 100 covers the processing of the blood samples for the tests listed above.
- Professional Fees: This package does not include the doctor’s consultation fee or the nursing procedure fee (blood collection).
- Variable Quotation: The final total cost is dependent on the individual doctor’s consultation rates and the specific nursing charges at the time of the visit.
- Final Confirmation: Total costs can only be confirmed once the consultation and all laboratory tests are completed.
Terms & Conditions:
- Eligibility: Subject to assessment and approval by participating consultants.
- Appointment: Prior appointment is required.
- Tax: A 6% Sales and Service Tax (SST) applies to medical services for non-Malaysian patients.
- Disclaimer: The hospital reserves the right to amend package details, terms, and validity periods without prior notice.
- Note: For more information or to check your eligibility, please contact the hospital directly.
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