Book an appointment

Get a test or talk to us about PrEP by booking an appointment at our Brighton service below.

We test for the following sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and HIV:

• chlamydia (results in two weeks)
• gonorrhoea (results in two weeks) 
• syphilis (results in 20 minutes)
• HIV (results in 20 minutes)

Our clinics are open to anyone who needs them.

Do I have to make an appointment?

We accept walk-ins if staff are available when you arrive. However we can't guarantee this to be the case so we recommend you book an appointment with us.

For any enquiries, call 01273 764 200 or email [email protected].

What does the testing clinic involve?

Appointments at the clinic usually last around half an hour.

We take a brief medical history and ask about your past sexual health. We’ll ask you about the last time you had sex and sex in last three months, followed by a few general questions around sex and risk of HIV.

During the appointment we test for HIV and asymptomatic sexually transmitted infections (STIs). You will have an opportunity to discuss your sexual health, including questions about prevention of HIV and STIs, negotiating happy healthy sex, and drug and/or alcohol use around sex. Where appropriate we can provide support and referrals to other services.

Who can use the clinic?

The clinic is open to everyone who is 18+. We welcome all genders and sexualities.

The service is free and can be accessed by everyone, including anyone visiting the city from elsewhere in the UK or abroad. You do not need to provide proof of residency.

If you are trans or non-binary you can request an appointment with the Trans Clinic.

What if I test positive for an STI or HIV?

If a test is reactive you will be referred to your nearest NHS sexual health clinic of choice for confirmatory tests, and if diagnosed, to get treatment as soon as possible.

Can you prescribe PrEP?

We're working in partnership with local NHS to run a service called PrEP2U from our premises on Monday and Thursday afternoons. This PrEP clinic is aimed at people who wish to start using PrEP or don’t currently access it through the NHS.

Before it can be prescribed you must first test negative for HIV. We will test you for HIV during a PrEP2U appointment. We will also screen you for other STIs and offer vaccinations PrEP is free. We can talk through your options if this interests you.

You can also get PrEP at SHAC.

Do I have to use my legal name?

You don’t have to use your legal name. Please use the name you want us to call you. We do require an up-to-date phone number so that results can be sent to you by text message.

Is this service confidential?

You may be asked for personal information at the clinic (e.g. date of birth, address, gender identity and sexuality). This is recorded on the Terrence Higgins Trust clinical database. All data is stored confidentially and securely and not shared with third parties. This database is not connected to your GP patient record. Only authorised staff have access to the database, which is managed in line with data governance procedures.

If you have a reactive result we'll refer you to NHS sexual health services for treatment.

Is the clinic accessible?

If you have any accessibility requirements, we’re happy to help. Call us on 01273 764 200 or email [email protected].