Order an STI test

You can order free STI testing from SH:24 via post.

Postal STI testing: an overview

If you live in Liverpool, Cheshire East, Warrington, Halton or Knowsley, you can now order a free online postal STI test through our digital sexual health service, SH:24.

A quick, confidential assessment will recommend the most appropriate kit for you, which can include tests for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and syphilis.

Click here to order a free STI test kit.

Frequently Asked Questions


When will my test arrive?

Tests should arrive the next working day in a plain envelope, sent via first class post.

What does the testing kit include?

A quick, confidential assessment will recommend the most appropriate kit for you, which can include tests for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and syphilis.

Kits include clear instructions and links to online videos to help you take your own samples.

When will I receive my results?

Results are usually sent to you within five days of you returning the kit.

What happens if I test positive?

You will be notified of your results via text message or email, depending on the preference you have expressed.

If you have tested positive, you will be advised of next steps for your treatment and care. You can attend our walk-in clinics under our urgent criteria if necessary.