Sexual Health Home Testing — Epicentre
Home to Lab · Sexual Health Testing

Test from home.
Know for certain.

Collect your sample privately at home. We pick it up and run full PCR analysis at our certified labs — delivering results that are more accurate than any rapid test.

100% private & discreet PCR accuracy — not rapid tests No referral needed Results in 5–7 working days
Watch · 2 min

How our home testing kits work

From ordering online to receiving your results — our step-by-step video explains exactly what to expect, how to collect your sample correctly, and why PCR testing gives you certainty that rapid tests can't.

Find your test

Which package is right for you?

Tell us your situation and we'll point you to the right package.

01
I have symptoms
Burning, itching, or unusual discharge?

Symptoms suggest an active infection that needs precise identification. PCR testing detects the DNA of the pathogen directly — giving you a definitive result, not a guess.

Recommended: PCR Package Our Large, XL or Medium packages identify the exact pathogen — critical for targeted treatment.
02
Peace of mind
New partner or routine check-up?

No symptoms but want to be sure? Our Small and Medium packages cover the most common STIs — ideal for routine screening after a new partner or as an annual check-in.

Recommended: Small or Medium Package Covers Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea, Herpes and Trichomonas — the most prevalent STIs.
03
Specific concern
HPV screening or urinary symptoms?

Looking for something specific? Our HPV packages screen for up to 28 strains — including high-risk cancer-associated strains. Our UTI package identifies the exact bacteria or yeast causing your symptoms.

Recommended: HPV or UTI Package Available for both men and women. No GP visit required.
Why PCR?

PCR testing is in a different league to rapid tests

All our sexual health packages use PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction) technology — the same gold-standard method used in hospital and forensic labs. It detects the actual DNA of the pathogen, not just your immune response to it.

Detects DNA directly Identifies the pathogen itself — not just antibodies. Catches infections days or weeks earlier than rapid tests.
Near-zero false negatives Rapid tests miss up to 30% of infections. PCR sensitivity exceeds 99% for most targets.
Identifies specific strains Distinguishes between HSV-1 and HSV-2, high-risk vs low-risk HPV strains, and multiple candida species simultaneously.
Certified lab processing All samples analysed in our SANAS-accredited partner laboratories. Not a home kit you read yourself.
What it does
Rapid Test
Epicentre PCR
Detects pathogen DNA
Early detection window
Limited
Excellent
Sensitivity (accuracy)
~70–80%
>99%
Identifies specific strains
Multi-pathogen panel
Rarely
Up to 35 targets
Certified lab results
Easy-to-read report
6 easy steps

How home testing works

01
Visit our online shop

Browse our sexual health packages and add your chosen test to cart. Pay securely online — no GP referral needed.

02
We contact you

After payment, an Epicentre representative contacts you to confirm your details and arrange kit delivery.

03
Receive your kit

Your discreet kit arrives with clear, step-by-step instructions for collecting your sample safely and correctly at home.

04
Ready for pick-up

When you've collected your sample, simply call, email or WhatsApp us — we'll arrange a convenient collection from your home or office.

05
Lab analysis

Your sample is delivered to our SANAS-accredited partner labs. Our team handles everything — no trips to a clinic required.

06
Receive your results

You'll be notified when your easy-to-read report is ready — typically within 5 to 7 working days. Results delivered privately, directly to you.

Our packages

Choose your sexual health panel

Every package uses PCR analysis at certified labs. Click "Example Report" to see exactly what your results will look like before you order.

All genders
Standard · 9 targets
Medium Sexual Health
5–7 working days · No referral
9 pathogens tested
E. coli O18 Chlamydia Mycoplasma genitalium Mycoplasma hominis Gonorrhoea Ureaplasma Trichomonas HSV-1 HSV-2

Broader coverage including Mycoplasma strains that are often missed by standard rapid tests.

Female
Comprehensive · 17 targets
Cervical / Vulvo-Vaginal Large
5–7 working days · No referral
17 pathogens tested
Chlamydia Gonorrhoea Herpes simplex HPV Trichomonas Mycoplasma genitalium Mycoplasma hominis Ureaplasma Gardnerella vaginalis Candida spp + 7 more BV markers

Full cervical and vaginal panel including BV-associated bacteria and vaginal microbiome markers.

Male
Comprehensive · 14 targets
Penile & Prostate Care Large
5–7 working days · No referral
14 pathogens tested
Chlamydia Gonorrhoea Herpes simplex Trichomonas Mycoplasma genitalium Mycoplasma hominis Ureaplasma Haemophilus ducreyi Candida spp Gardnerella + 4 more

Complete penile and prostate panel including pathogens linked to prostatitis and urethritis.

Female
Most comprehensive · 35 targets
Cervical / Vulvo-Vaginal XL
5–7 working days · No referral
35 pathogens tested
All Large targets Bacteroides fragilis Enterococcus faecalis Lactobacillus crispatus Lactobacillus gasseri Staphylococcus aureus Treponema pallidum (Syphilis) Haemophilus ducreyi HSV-1 & HSV-2 + 6 candida species + full BV panel

The most complete female sexual health panel available — includes syphilis, full BV analysis and complete vaginal microbiome.

Female
Specialist · BV focus
Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) Package
5–7 working days · No referral
17 BV markers tested
Gardnerella vaginalis Atopobium vaginae BVAB2 Prevotella bivia Mobiluncus spp Lactobacillus spp Megasphaera spp + full panel

Comprehensive BV diagnostic including the full vaginal microbiome — identifies imbalances missed by standard swabs.

All genders
Screening · Essential strains
HPV Screening Package
5–7 working days · No referral
14 HPV strains screened
High-risk strains HPV-16 HPV-18 Cancer-associated strains Low-risk strains

Screens for the key high-risk HPV strains associated with cervical, penile and throat cancers. Available for men and women.

All genders
Comprehensive HPV · 28 strains
Comprehensive HPV Package
5–7 working days · No referral
28 HPV strains identified
HPV-6HPV-11 HPV-16HPV-18 HPV-31HPV-33 HPV-45HPV-52 HPV-58HPV-68 + 18 more strains

The most comprehensive HPV panel available — identifies all 28 clinically relevant strains including 14 high-risk cancer-associated types.

All genders
Specialist · UTI
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
5–7 working days · No referral
12 UTI pathogens tested
E. coli E. faecalis S. aureus S. agalactiae Candida albicans C. glabrata C. krusei + 5 more species

Identifies the exact bacteria or yeast causing your urinary symptoms — critical for prescribing the correct antibiotic or antifungal.

Your privacy is our promise

All kits are delivered and collected discreetly. Results are sent directly and privately to you — never shared without your consent. Our testing is non-judgmental and inclusive. No GP visit, no awkward waiting rooms, no referrals needed.

Get in Touch
Mon – Fri · 08:30 – 16:00
Hillcrest / Durban
031 880 2150
Mon – Fri, 08:30 – 16:00
Cape Town
021 201 1658
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Johannesburg
082 065 2172
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WhatsApp
072 843 7564
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