STI screening in Carindale, confidential and simple.
STI screening in Carindale with confidential testing, and treatment if you need it. Our GPs keep things judgement-free and explain your results clearly.
How simple STI screening can be
STI screening is often simpler than people expect. For many people with no symptoms, it’s just a urine sample or a self-collected swab, which you can do privately in the bathroom, plus a quick blood test. At Carindale Doctors, your GP explains exactly which tests you need and why, so there are no surprises.
Timing matters, too. Some infections can take a few weeks to show up on tests after exposure, known as the window period. Chlamydia and gonorrhoea usually show within two weeks, while HIV and syphilis can take up to six to twelve weeks. Your GP will tell you whether to test now, later or both.
In short: Carindale Doctors makes STI screening simple and confidential inside Westfield Carindale, usually with a urine sample or self-collected swab and a blood test. Your GP explains window periods and results clearly. Pathology is often bulk billed, children 16 and under are bulk billed, and Medicare rebates apply where eligible.
- Self-collected swabs, done in private
- Urine test for chlamydia and gonorrhoea
- Blood test for HIV and syphilis
- Window periods explained clearly
- Results discussed in plain language
- Treatment arranged if needed
Easy STI testing in Carindale
Because our clinic is inside Westfield Carindale, STI screening is easy to fit into your day. Pathology collection is close by, and most tests are quick and painless.
Visit our main STI screening page for more information.
When tests can detect common STIs
Approximate window periods after exposure:
- Chlamydia and gonorrhoea: around two weeks.
- Syphilis: up to six to twelve weeks.
- HIV: around six weeks for most tests, with confirmation at twelve weeks.
- Hepatitis B and C: several weeks to a few months.
If you test early, your GP may suggest a repeat test after the window period.
Your simple STI screen
A routine STI screen includes:
- A quick, confidential chat
- Self-collected swab or urine sample
- Blood test
- Advice on window periods
- Results follow-up
- Treatment and re-testing if needed
It’s a good idea to avoid urinating for an hour before giving a urine sample.
STI screening made simple
Four easy steps:
- Step 1, book: no need to explain at reception.
- Step 2, chat: your GP confirms which tests you need.
- Step 3, sample: urine, swab and blood, all quick and simple.
- Step 4, results: we discuss them and treat if needed.
STI screening fees in Carindale
STI screening involves a consultation and pathology tests.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Consultation | Standard GP fee with a Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Pathology | Billed by the lab and often bulk billed |
| International students | Contact the clinic with any questions about billing |
| Billing | Mixed billing practice, with fees explained when you book |
| Medicare rebate | Processed onsite where eligible |
| Children 16 and under | Bulk billed |
| Patients 65 and over | Bulk billed for the initial consultation |
| Early appointments | After-hours fees apply before 8am |
| Concession cards | Discount on standard consultations for Health Care Card and pension card holders |
STI screening in Carindale
Carindale is in Brisbane’s east, about 11 kilometres from the CBD, with Westfield Carindale at its centre. Our clinic is on Level 1, beside Priceline and Centre Management.
We see people for STI screening from Carina, Belmont, Cannon Hill, Mansfield and Mount Gravatt.
- Level 1, Westfield Carindale
- Pathology collection nearby
- Centre parking and buses
- Patients from Cannon Hill and Mount Gravatt welcome
Inside Westfield
Carindale.
Next to Priceline & Centre Management
Shop 2066/1151 Creek Road, Carindale, QLD 4152
Centre parking, lift and step-free access, and an easy run from across Brisbane's southside — book a check-up around the rest of your day.
| Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 7:30 — 17:00 |
| Tuesday, Thursday | 8:30 — 16:00 |
| Saturday, Sunday & public holidays | Closed |
Serving
Bring to your first visit
- Medicare card and any concession cards
- A list of your current medications
- Referral letters or recent results, if you have them
- Photo ID if you're a new patient
Simple STI screening: your questions
Yes, self-collected swabs are accurate and private.
About two weeks for chlamydia and gonorrhoea, and six to twelve weeks for HIV and syphilis.
No, fasting isn't needed.
Your GP will discuss them with you at a follow-up.
Regular testing is still recommended, as condoms don't protect against every STI.
Pathology is often bulk billed, and children 16 and under are bulk billed for their consultation.
Book simple, confidential STI screening
See a GP at Westfield Carindale.
Speak to reception 07 3120 0990Talk to us about your care.
Call the practice during opening hours and our reception team will help, or book your appointment online any time.
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Phone07 3120 0990
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Fax07 3120 0991
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Opening hoursMonday, Wednesday, Friday: 7:30 — 17:00
Tuesday, Thursday: 8:30 — 16:00
Closed Saturday, Sunday & public holidays
In a medical emergency, call 000 immediately.
Rather speak to someone?
Call reception during opening hours, or book online any time.
Reception answers during opening hours. You can also email info@carindaledoctors.com.au.