STI screening in Carindale, confidential and judgement-free.
STI screening in Carindale is confidential, discreet and free of judgement, whoever you are. Our GPs provide testing and treatment if you need it, and answer your questions plainly.
What's tested in an STI screen
STI screening checks for sexually transmitted infections, many of which cause no symptoms at all. A standard screen at Carindale Doctors usually tests for chlamydia and gonorrhoea with a urine sample or self-collected swab, and for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B with a blood test. Depending on your situation, your GP may also suggest testing for hepatitis C or checking other sites with a swab.
Your GP will ask a few questions about recent partners and any symptoms, simply to make sure the right tests are done. There’s no judgement, and you don’t have to share more than you’re comfortable with. If anything comes back positive, we’ll treat it, explain how to tell partners and arrange a re-test if needed.
In short: Carindale Doctors offers confidential STI screening inside Westfield Carindale, usually covering chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B through urine, swab and blood tests. Treatment and partner advice are provided if needed. Pathology is often bulk billed, and children 16 and under are bulk billed for their consultation.
- Chlamydia and gonorrhoea urine or swab test
- HIV, syphilis and hepatitis B blood tests
- Hepatitis C and extra swabs where relevant
- Treatment if anything is found
- Partner notification advice
- Re-testing when recommended
Screening without judgement in Carindale
Whatever your age, gender, sexuality or relationship status, regular STI screening is a normal part of looking after your health. Our Carindale GPs talk plainly and respectfully, and you’ll never be made to feel uncomfortable about why you’re there.
Learn more about our sexual health clinic.
When to have STI screening
These are the most common reasons to book STI screening:
- New partner: before stopping condoms with someone new.
- Routine check: yearly if you're sexually active and under 30, or more often with multiple partners.
- Symptoms: discharge, pain when passing urine, sores or pelvic pain.
- Partner diagnosis: if a partner tells you they have an STI.
Some infections take time to show up on tests, so your GP may suggest repeating some tests later.
What your STI screening appointment includes
Your appointment usually includes:
- A short, confidential chat about your risks
- Urine test or self-collected swab
- Blood test for HIV, syphilis and hepatitis
- Examination if you have symptoms
- Results discussed at a follow-up
- Treatment and partner advice if needed
For the most accurate urine test, try not to urinate for an hour before your appointment.
STI screening in four steps
Here’s how screening works with us:
- Step 1, book: a standard appointment, no explanation needed at reception.
- Step 2, consult: your GP asks a few questions and arranges the right tests.
- Step 3, test: give your sample at the clinic or a nearby collection centre.
- Step 4, results: we discuss them with you and arrange treatment if needed.
How much does STI screening cost in Carindale?
The cost of STI screening is made up of your GP consultation and the pathology tests.
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Consultation | Standard GP fee with a Medicare rebate where eligible |
| Pathology | Billed by the lab and often bulk billed |
| Treatment | Most STI treatments are low-cost antibiotics |
| 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 at Westfield Carindale
Our clinic is on Level 1 of Westfield Carindale, next to Priceline and Centre Management, in postcode 4152. Being inside a busy shopping centre makes visits discreet, and pathology collection is available nearby.
We see patients for STI screening from Carina, Belmont, Mansfield, Holland Park and Mount Gravatt, with centre parking and the bus interchange at the centre.
- Discreet location in a busy centre
- Pathology collection nearby
- Centre parking and bus interchange
- Patients from Mansfield and Holland Park 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 |
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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
STI screening questions from Carindale patients
At least yearly if you're sexually active and under 30, and more often if you have new or multiple partners.
No. Most tests are a urine sample, self-collected swab or simple blood test.
Usually a few days to a week. Your GP will discuss them with you.
Yes, and you should. Many STIs have no symptoms.
Only if you choose. We'll explain how to let partners know, including anonymous options.
Yes, completely. International students can contact the clinic with any questions about billing.
Book confidential STI screening
See a GP privately 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.