DHA licensed · Facility no. 0002464
STD Test in Dubai at Home
A Medilife nurse can collect your STD test sample at your home, hotel or office anywhere in Dubai, 24 hours a day, usually within 30 minutes of your call. Single tests start from AED 250, and most results are ready in 24 to 48 hours. Call or WhatsApp +971 52 345 2647 to book.
Confidential
Private sample collection
Tests from AED 250
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Results in 24 to 48 hours
DHA licence 0002464
Licensed by Dubai Health Authority
Below we explain which STD tests to choose, what each test costs, how soon after sex each infection shows up on a test, which sample you need, how the home visit works, and what happens if a result is positive.
Choose the right option
Which STD tests should you choose?
There is no single STD test. Each infection needs its own test, and some need a urine sample or swab while others need blood. You can book one test, a few tests, or a panel that checks several infections at once.
One test
When you are worried about one infection, such as HIV after a specific exposure.
A few tests
When you know which infections you want checked, for example HIV, syphilis and chlamydia.
A panel
When you want a broad check after a new partner or unprotected sex, or you have symptoms but do not know the cause.
If you are not sure what to choose, tell us your situation when you book and we will help you pick the right tests.
Which infections can we test for?
- HIV
- Syphilis
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhoea
- Herpes (HSV-1 and HSV-2)
- Trichomoniasis
- Mycoplasma genitalium and Mycoplasma hominis
- Ureaplasma
- HPV
- Hepatitis B and hepatitis C
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How much does an STD test cost in Dubai?
Prices include the nurse’s visit to your home, hotel or office:
- HIV test, Standard: AED 250, result in 24 to 48 hours. See our HIV test at home page for the Fast Track (AED 450) and early RNA PCR (AED 1,299) options.
- Syphilis RPR blood test: AED 250.
- Syphilis TPHA blood test: AED 250.
- Herpes blood tests (HSV-1 IgG, HSV-2 IgG or HSV-2 IgM): AED 280 each.
- Chlamydia PCR test (urine or swab): from AED 350.
- Hepatitis C antibody test: from AED 299.
- Gonorrhoea, trichomoniasis, Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma, HPV and hepatitis B: we confirm the price when you book.
You can pay by card, Apple Pay or an online payment link, or split the cost into instalments with Tabby or Tamara.
What do our STD panels include?
Blood panel (blood sample)
HIV 1 and 2 antibodies and p24 antigen, syphilis, hepatitis B and hepatitis C.
7-pathogen panel (urine, PCR)
Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomoniasis, Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum, Mycoplasma hominis and Mycoplasma genitalium.
17-pathogen panel (urine, PCR)
The 7-pathogen panel plus herpes HSV-1 and HSV-2, syphilis (Treponema pallidum), Haemophilus ducreyi, Gardnerella vaginalis and five Candida species.
24-pathogen panel (blood and urine)
The blood panel and the 17-pathogen panel together, plus a urine analysis and urine culture.
A higher number does not always mean a better panel. Gardnerella and Candida cause bacterial vaginosis and thrush; they are included because they cause similar symptoms, not because they are sexually transmitted. We confirm the price of each panel when you book.
Timing
How soon after sex should you take an STD test?
Each infection takes a different time to show up on a test. Testing too early can give a negative result even if you are infected. As a guide, from Sexual Health London and the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
Chlamydia and gonorrhoea
From 2 weeks after sex.
HIV
A 4th-generation test can usually detect HIV 18 to 45 days after exposure, and an RNA PCR test 10 to 33 days after.
Syphilis, hepatitis B and hepatitis C
You can test from a few weeks, but a test 3 months after sex gives the most reliable result.
If you test early, your doctor may advise a repeat test later. If you have symptoms, do not wait: book a test or see a doctor now.
Was it in the last 72 hours?
If you think you were exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours, go to a hospital emergency department straight away and ask about post-exposure prophylaxis (PEP), a course of HIV medicine that can prevent infection. PEP must start within 72 hours.
Which sample do you need, and how do you prepare?
Blood
For HIV, syphilis, herpes and hepatitis B and C. You do not need to fast.
Urine
For chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomoniasis, Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma PCR tests. Do not pass urine for at least 1 hour before the nurse arrives, so the test is as accurate as possible.
Swab
Sometimes used for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, herpes sores or HPV, depending on the test and the area being checked.
Some panels need both blood and urine. We tell you exactly what to prepare when you book.
How it works
How does an STD test at home work?
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Call or WhatsApp us on +971 52 345 2647. Choose your tests or panel and tell us where and when you would like the visit.
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A DHA-licensed nurse comes to your home, hotel room or office, usually within 30 minutes. The visit is discreet.
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The nurse collects the samples your tests need: blood, urine, a swab, or a combination. It takes a few minutes.
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Your samples go to a licensed laboratory.
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You receive your results privately, usually within 24 to 48 hours. If a result is positive, a Medilife doctor calls you to explain it.
You can add other blood tests to the same visit through our blood test at home service.
After your result
What happens if a result is positive?
A Medilife doctor calls you privately to explain what the result means and what to do next. Most bacterial STDs, such as chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and trichomoniasis, can be cured with antibiotics. Viral infections, such as HIV, herpes and hepatitis B, can be treated and controlled.
If you need treatment, you can book a doctor at home or a doctor at your hotel. Your recent sexual partners may also need a test, and the doctor can advise you on this.
Privacy
Is an STD test at home confidential?
Yes. The nurse visits you in private, and your results are shared only with you and the doctor looking after you. We do not share them with your employer, sponsor, family or hotel. You do not need to show an Emirates ID or passport; we only need a name and a phone number or email to book and send your results.
Like every licensed healthcare provider in Dubai, Medilife follows the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) rules on reporting infectious diseases.
Is this the same as a visa medical test?
No. The tests for a UAE residence visa are part of the official visa medical, done at a government-approved medical fitness centre. A private STD test at home cannot be used for your visa.
Who it is for
Who should get an STD test?
Consider an STD test if you:
- Had sex without a condom, or a condom broke
- Have a new partner, or more than one partner
- Have a partner who has an STD or symptoms
- Have symptoms such as discharge, pain when passing urine, sores, blisters or itching
- Are pregnant or planning a pregnancy
- Want a routine check, even without symptoms
Can you have an STD without symptoms?
Yes. Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis, HIV and hepatitis often cause no symptoms for weeks or years, but they can still cause harm and pass to partners. A test is the only way to know.
Compare
Is a home STD test the same as an STD test kit?
No. With a home test from Medilife, a licensed nurse collects your sample and a laboratory tests it. With a self-test kit, you collect the sample and either read the result yourself or post it to a lab. Self-tests usually check fewer infections, and a positive self-test needs a laboratory test to confirm it. Medilife does not sell self-test kits.
Why Medilife
Why choose Medilife for an STD test in Dubai?
Clear prices
Single tests from AED 250, with the price confirmed before the visit.
Any time, anywhere in Dubai
24 hours a day, at your home, hotel or office, usually within 30 minutes.
The right test for each infection
Urine, blood or swab, processed by a licensed laboratory.
A doctor for your result
If a result is positive, a doctor calls you to explain it.
Licensed and established
DHA-licensed nurses and doctors, providing home healthcare in Dubai since 2016. Medilife Healthcare Services LLC, DHA licence no. 0002464.
Near you, 24/7
STD Test near you in Dubai
Medilife HomeCare is based on Marasi Drive in Business Bay. Our DHA-licensed nurses and doctors come to your home, hotel or office anywhere in Dubai, 24 hours a day.
- Business Bay
- Downtown Dubai
- Dubai Marina
- Palm Jumeirah
- Jumeirah Beach Residence
- Jumeirah Lake Towers
- Bluewaters Island
- DIFC
- Jumeirah
- Deira
- Bur Dubai
- Dubai Hills Estate
- Arabian Ranches
- Motor City
- All Dubai Hotels
Don’t see your area? We cover all of Dubai. Call +971 52 345 2647.
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Can’t find your answer? Our team replies 24 hours a day.
How much is an STD test in Dubai?
At Medilife, single STD tests start from AED 250, including the nurse’s home visit. For example, an HIV test costs AED 250, a syphilis RPR test AED 250 and a herpes blood test AED 280.
How long do STD test results take?
Most results are ready in 24 to 48 hours. The time depends on the test and the laboratory method, and we confirm it when you book.
How soon after sex can I get tested?
For chlamydia and gonorrhoea, from 2 weeks after sex. For HIV, a 4th-generation test from 18 to 45 days. For syphilis and hepatitis, a test at 3 months gives the most reliable result.
Can I get an STD test without symptoms?
Yes. Many STDs cause no symptoms, so routine testing is a good idea after a new partner or unprotected sex.
What sample is needed for an STD test?
It depends on the infection: blood for HIV, syphilis, herpes and hepatitis; urine or a swab for chlamydia, gonorrhoea and trichomoniasis. Some panels need both.
Do I need to fast before an STD test?
No. For urine tests, do not pass urine for at least 1 hour before your sample is collected.
Do I need to show ID?
No. You do not need to show an Emirates ID or passport. We only need a name and a phone number or email to book and send your results.
Can the nurse come to my hotel?
Yes. We collect samples at homes, hotels and offices across Dubai, 24 hours a day.
What is included in a full STD panel?
Our 24-pathogen panel checks blood for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B and C, and urine for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomoniasis, herpes, Mycoplasma, Ureaplasma and other organisms. See the panel list above for the full contents.
Can I use this STD test for my UAE visa?
No. Visa medical tests are done at a government-approved medical fitness centre.
What happens if my STD test is positive?
A Medilife doctor calls you privately to explain the result and the next steps. Most bacterial STDs can be cured with antibiotics, and you can book a doctor at home for treatment.
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Book a confidential STD test at home
Call or WhatsApp Medilife on +971 52 345 2647. A DHA-licensed nurse comes to your home, hotel or office, usually within 30 minutes, any time of day or night. STD tests start from AED 250.
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Medically reviewed
Medically reviewed by Dr Marina Girgis, General Practitioner, DHA licence 71970809-004, on 4 November 2026.