• FREE follow-up GP appointment If you test positive, we can arrange a free consultation with a GP, who can assess your results and discuss treatment options if appropriate.
  • Fast and accurate results Same-day bookings available, with fast, reliable results from a UKAS-accredited lab.
  • 100% confidential Results are delivered through our secure portal, and our name will not be shown on your bank account statements.
  • Clinics nationwide or home testing We have more than 100 clinics, plus home visits or self-testing available.

Gardnerella

A test for if you believe you’ve been exposed to Gardnerella

Our Gardnerella test uses a urine sample to gain accurate results. Gardnerella Vaginalis is a naturally occurring bacteria that is most commonly found in the vagina. It can however be transmitted through sexual intercourse and men can catch the infection. Due to the fact that it’s naturally occurring medication is often not prescribed for women unless there are symptoms.

  • Accurate from 14 days

    This is the amount of time you must wait from exposure to testing


  • Turnaround time 2 days

    The turnaround time in working days, once your sample is received by the lab.


  • Home Test & Home Visit available

    We'll send a sample collection kit to your door

  • Samples iconCollection methods - Urine
Urine Sample
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Tests for

Gardnerella Vaginalis

This test has a 2 Day turnaround time after it’s received by our laboratory. Samples are sent from the clinic to the laboratory using Royal Mail 1st Class post or by courier.

Please be advised that this test will only offer the advised level of accuracy 14 days after potential exposure. If you were diagnosed more recently than 14 days please contact our customer services team who will discuss your testing options with you.

Clinic Procedure

By selecting a clinic test you’ll be assisted by a nurse or doctor in one of our sexual health clinics located across the country.

To book this test, simply press the ‘Select This Test’ button above. You’ll then be taken to our booking page where you can choose the best clinic for your needs.

Our clinics are all based in a discreet setting and because many of them are general health clinics, there’s no reason why anyone will know that you’re there for a sexual health screening. Just let the receptionist know who you are upon arrival.

The Gardnerella test only requires a urine sample. This will be deposited by you in a clinic toilet, with the nurse or doctor providing you with full instructions before you deposit the sample. For the test to be fully accurate, you must catch the first stream of urine.

Once you’ve deposited your sample, we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll notify you of your results using our online portal as soon as they’re reported by the laboratory.

Home Visit Procedure

By choosing a home test we’ll post a sample kit to your door for you to collect the sample in your own home, before returning it in a prepaid envelope. Detailed instructions will be provided with the kit, but here’s how the process works.

To book this test, simply press the ‘Select This Test’ button above. You’ll then be taken to our booking page where you will need to select the Postal Test option.

As soon as we receive your order the kit will be dispatched with all of the paperwork you’ll require. Our kits are sent by first class post unless you choose the Click & Collect option.

Your urine sample requires the first stream of urine to be collected. Fill the sample kit to the advised line and ensure that the lid is securely fastened.

We provide you with a return postage envelope that can be sent directly to our laboratory. Simply put the package in the post box and as soon as it’s received by the lab we will begin testing.

Why Choose Us?

Nearest clinics

These are the nearest clinics where this test is available.

Tir-y-Berth

Woodfield Terrace, Tir-y-Berth, Caerphilly, CF82 8AH
  • accurate-icon Great availability*
  • Good public transport
  • Evening & weekend appointments

To get there via public transport, take the train from Hengoed to Pengam, before walking around 10 minutes to get to the clinic. Alternatively, take the 51/53 bus. The clinic is easily accessible from a range of places in South Wales due to it’s close proximity to the A470.

Cardiff - North

Whitchurch Road, Cardiff, CF14 3NA
  • Good public transport

Our private STI clinic in Cardiff is located 2 miles to the north of the city centre in Whitchurch. The clinic is located on Whitchurch Road and has ample roadside parking nearby, making access by car straightforward. It’s ideally located for anyone living or working in the centre via North Road.

Cardiff - Pen-Y-Lan

Rhymney River Bridge Road, Cardiff, CF23 9AF
  • Evening & weekend appointments
  • Onsite parking

Our Connies House clinic is located just off the A4232 to the north east of central Cardiff. The clinic offers excellent access for anyone living to the east of the city and is easily accessible via the A48.