Trich Test Melbourne

Looking for a trichomoniasis test in Melbourne? Clinic365 offers trichomoniasis testing from $39 — order online and walk into any of hundreds of Melbourne pathology collection centres. No appointment needed. Your nearest options include clinics in the CBD, East Melbourne, South Melbourne, Carlton, Fitzroy, Richmond, St Kilda, South Yarra, Prahran, and across all Melbourne suburbs. Most results are sent by SMS within 24 hours and reviewed by a Specialist GP. Trich Test Melbourne is available by telehealth from our Specialist GP.

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis. It is one of the most common treatable STIs globally, though it receives far less attention than chlamydia and gonorrhoea. In Australia, trichomoniasis is less prevalent in urban populations but significantly more common in regional and remote communities, particularly among Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women. According to the Australian STI Management Guidelines, testing for trichomoniasis should be guided by symptoms, local prevalence, and individual risk assessment.

Many people with trichomoniasis have no symptoms at all, particularly men. When symptoms occur in women, they may include a frothy, yellow-green vaginal discharge with a strong odour, vaginal itching and irritation, pain during sex, and discomfort when urinating. In men, symptoms may include mild discharge, burning after urination, or irritation inside the penis. These symptoms overlap with BV, thrush, chlamydia, and gonorrhoea, making laboratory testing essential for accurate diagnosis.

Testing for trichomoniasis uses a vaginal swab, which is the most sensitive specimen type and can be self-collected. Urine testing can also detect trichomoniasis in some cases, though sensitivity is lower than with vaginal swabs. At Clinic365, the $39 online test includes trichomoniasis testing alongside the standard five-infection STI screen, so multiple potential causes of symptoms are investigated simultaneously in a single pathology visit.

Trichomoniasis can be detected at any time once infection is established — there is no specific window period in the same way as bacterial STIs. Nucleic acid amplification testing is the most sensitive method available and can detect the parasite even when present in very low numbers. If you have symptoms of vaginal discharge or irritation that have not responded to treatment for other conditions, trichomoniasis should be specifically investigated.

Treatment for trichomoniasis is straightforward. The standard treatment is a a single oral dose of antibiotic, which cures the infection in over 95 per cent of cases. Both the affected person and all current sexual partners must be treated simultaneously to prevent reinfection, even if the partner has no symptoms. Alcohol must be avoided during treatment and for 24 hours afterwards due to interaction with the antibiotic. A test of cure is recommended four weeks after treatment to confirm the infection has cleared.

Regular sexual health screening is recommended for anyone who is sexually active, even when no symptoms are present. Most sexually transmitted infections produce no noticeable symptoms in the early stages, which means they can be unknowingly passed to sexual partners. Australian guidelines recommend at least annual screening for sexually active adults, and more frequent testing for those with new or multiple partners. If you have had unprotected sex with a new partner, testing is recommended even if you feel well.

If your test results are positive, your Specialist GP will contact you directly to discuss treatment options and arrange treatment. Most bacterial STIs respond well to a short course of antibiotics and are straightforward to manage when detected early. Partner notification is an important part of treatment — all recent sexual partners should be informed and tested, even if they have no symptoms. Your GP can advise on how to approach this conversation, including anonymous notification options if preferred.