Can You Get an STD Test At Home?

Wisp x TBD

There’s nothing better than being able to relax from the comfort and privacy of home—that’s why we are excited to announce a new partnership between Wisp and TBD Health, two leading sexual health companies, for how you can now test for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) from home.

STIs are at all time highs in the US—and can lead to long term, downstream consequences, especially for women. In fact, STIs are a leading cause of infertility. That’s why we’ve teamed up with TBD Health to offer convenient, easy testing—that doesn’t require a trip to the doctor’s office or the awkwardness of waiting rooms.

So, who’s TBD Health?

Similar to how Wisp makes it easy to get quality and judgment-free care for your most personal sexual health concerns, TBD Health is transforming sexual healthcare in the US through a hybrid approach. Its at-home STI Kits are available nationwide (NY pending), and they have two brick and mortar locations in Las Vegas and Denver. TBD has innovative, easy-to-use test Kits, nonjudgmental clinicians, and is backed by reliable, best-in-class labs—so that you can live your best (sex) life.

Why should I get tested?

We’re kicking off the partnership with the 3-panel Kit, which tests for some of the most common STIs: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea and Trichomoniasis. These STIs are also often asymptomatic, and can often lead to fertility complications (particularly for people with vaginas), which is why it’s important to establish a frequent testing routine.

How does it work?

You’ll order from our website, and we will send you a Kit ASAP. Shhh… don’t worry, it will also arrive in discreet packaging.

You’ll then take the test from home—by providing a urine sample—and then return it to TBD’s partner lab for processing. Results are delivered electronically, and if you test positive, you’ll get to do a telemed consult with one of TBD’s (great) clinicians who will prescribe medication, and walk you through next steps.

Why we love it

1. Convenience: We’ve all been there—long appointment times, awkward conversations. It’s a big reason why we started Wisp. With at-home STI testing, all you need is a simple testing kit delivered to your doorstep. Nothing could be easier.

2. Reliable Results: Good news—at-home STI testing is reliable, and accurate, with high sensitivity and specificity. TBD Health also uses the leading direct-to-consumer testing labs that physicians, hospitals and universities use—CLIA and CAP-approved.

3. Peace of Mind: Knowledge is power when it comes to sexual health. By being proactive about your sexual health, you not only protect yourself but also contribute to the overall well-being of your sexual partner(s). Remember, early detection and treatment can prevent the spread of infections and minimize potential complications.

We’re excited to be bringing at-home testing to Wisp and continue to offer sexual healthcare that’s accessible, empowering, and stigma-free!