Online STI Testing & Treatment in Canada
Worried about symptoms, a recent sexual encounter, or possible STI exposure? Chat with a licensed Canadian physician who will review your situation, order the appropriate lab tests online, and help you get treatment quickly if needed.
- Licensed Canadian doctor on chat, day or night
- Get online STI testing for chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and more
- Same-day treatment if you test positive
- $20/month flat fee, no per-test charges
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Why choose Your Doctors Online for STI testing
Your Doctors Online makes STI testing easier, and hassle-free for all Caandians.
Talk to a licensed doctor the moment you are worried
An STI does not keep clinic hours, and neither do we. You can connect with a Canadian-licensed doctor 24/7, the moment the question hits you. Our doctors will guide your testing and answer your questions, which is something a self-checkout test kit cannot do.
Confidential and discreet from the first message to the result
Your conversation, tests, and results remain private under Canadian privacy law (PIPEDA) and are visible only to you and your care team. There is no front desk, no waiting room full of familiar faces, and nothing shared with your family doctor without your consent.
Same-day treatment if you test positive
A positive result does not send you somewhere else to start over. The same doctor who reviews your results can prescribe online STI treatment and send it to your pharmacy the same day.
Get tested from home, on your own terms
Skip the commute and the waiting room. You handle the consultation from your phone and visit a lab near you only to give your sample. For anyone who finds STI testing stressful or embarrassing, doing it discreetly from home removes the part that stops many people from getting checked at all.
How does online STI testing work in Canada?
Online STI testing in Canada works through a doctor-guided lab requisition. You describe what is going on, a licensed physician decides which tests you actually need, and you get a requisition to take to a lab near you. You are not guessing which panel to buy. A doctor is making that call with you.
Start a private consultation
Download Your Doctors Online app, and create an account. Open a chat with a licensed Canadian doctor any time, including nights and weekends. Tell them your symptoms, when the possible exposure occurred, and any other relevant history. Everything stays between you and your physician.
Get your lab requisition
Based on that conversation, your doctor orders the right tests and sends you a lab requisition you can use online. You take it to a collection site such as LifeLabs or Dynacare for a urine sample, blood draw, or swab, depending on what is being checked.
Review your results and get treated
Your doctor reviews your results with you and explains what they mean. If something comes back positive, they can prescribe treatment the same day and send it to your pharmacy. No second booking, no separate clinic visit to start care.
What STIs can you test for online?
Our doctors can provide lab requisitions for the most common sexually transmitted infections, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, herpes, trichomoniasis, and hepatitis B and C. Depending on the infection being tested, the lab may collect a urine sample, blood sample, or swab. Your doctor will let you know which tests are appropriate based on your symptoms, exposure history, and risk factors.
Chlamydia is the most common bacterial STI in Canada and is usually silent, so you can carry and pass it on without ever feeling a symptom. It is checked with a urine sample or swab. Caught early, it is fully curable with antibiotics through chlamydia treatment online, but left untreated, it can cause pelvic infection.
Gonorrhea is a bacterial infection of the genitals, throat, or rectum that often shows no early symptoms. It is curable, and your doctor can start gonorrhea treatment online once the result confirms it.
HIV is checked with a blood test, and it attacks the immune system when left unmanaged. With early diagnosis and treatment, it can be controlled and brought to an undetectable level, which means it cannot be passed on sexually. Early HIV often causes no symptoms, so a test is the only way to know your status.
Syphilis is a bacterial infection detected by a blood test or a swab of a sore when one is present. It moves through stages and can damage the heart and nervous system if ignored for years. Caught at any stage, it is curable with antibiotics, which is why blood testing matters even when you feel completely well.
Herpes is most accurately tested by swabbing an active sore, so timing your test to an outbreak gives the clearest result. There is no cure, but outbreaks are managed with antiviral medication that makes them shorter and less frequent. A blood test can sometimes detect past exposure when no sore is present.
Hepatitis B and C are blood-borne viruses that affect the liver and are detected with a blood test. While Hepatitis B cannot be cured, it can be managed with antivirals and prevented with a vaccine. Hepatitis C, however, is curable with antiviral medication. Both can remain silent for years, so a blood test is the only reliable test.
Trichomoniasis is a treatable parasitic infection that can cause itching, burning, or abnormal discharge, though many people notice no symptoms. It is checked with a urine sample or swab and cleared with oral antibiotics. Because it is easily missed, especially in men, where standard tests are less reliable, it is worth discussing with your doctor if a partner has tested positive.
At-home STI test kits vs in-lab testing
At-home kits and in-lab testing both have a place, and the right choice depends on accuracy and what happens after the result. An at-home STD test kit lets you collect a sample yourself and mail it to a lab. In-lab testing means a trained technician collects the sample at a site like LifeLabs. Your Doctors Online uses the in-lab route through a doctor-guided requisition, because a physician decides what to test and reviews the result with you.
| Feature | At-home STD test kit | Doctor-guided in-lab testing (YDO) |
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| Who decides what to test | You choose the panel | A licensed doctor selects the tests |
| Sample collection | You collect at home | Trained technician at a lab |
| Result review | Often, a portal or app alone | The doctor explains your results |
| Treatment if positive | Usually not included | Same-day prescription in the same flow |
| Best for | Routine, low-risk screening | Symptoms, known exposure, or wanting treatment ready |
Getting STI treatment after a positive result
A positive STD result is not the end of the process; it is the point of it, and treatment happens in the same chat. Once your doctor confirms a positive result, they prescribe treatment and send it to your pharmacy, often the same day.
Bacterial infections
Bacterial infections like chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, and trichomoniasis are curable with antibiotics such as Azithromycin, Doxycycline, Ceftriaxone, or Metronidazole.
Viral infections
Viral infections like herpes are managed with antiviral medication such as Valacyclovir.
STI testing cost and coverage in Canada
STI testing in Canada can be free, flat-fee, or paid per test, depending on the route you choose. Public sexual health clinics offer testing at no cost. In British Columbia, the BC Centre for Disease Control runs GetCheckedOnline, a free online testing service, and in Ontario, testing at sexual health clinics is free for residents through provincial sexual health services. Your Doctors Online runs on a $20/month subscription.
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Lab requisitions for STD testing
Get doctor-ordered lab requisitions for common STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, HIV, and more based on your symptoms, exposure, or risk.
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Unlimited doctor consultations
Chat with a licensed Canadian physician anytime to discuss symptoms, exposure concerns, or STD test results, no per-visit fees.
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Treatment and prescription guidance
If your test comes back positive, your doctor can prescribe treatment and guide you through the next steps without needing another appointment.
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Follow-up care included
Review your results with a doctor and receive ongoing support to ensure everything is fully resolved.
Meet our online doctors in Canada
Dr. Asim Cheema is a board-certified Cardiology and Internal Medicine specialist with nearly 30+ years of clinical experience. He has been operating as an independent practitioner since 2001. He has worked at several leading healthcare institutions in Ontario, including Southlake Regional Health Centre in Newmarket and St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto. He focuses on the diagnosis, management, and long-term care of complex cardiovascular and internal medicine conditions.
For more than eleven years, Dr. Marsha Dunkley has been committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive medical care to patients across Ontario, British Columbia, and Nova Scotia. Her clinical experience spans chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and high cholesterol and acute illnesses, including the common cold, seasonal allergies, influenza, and COVID-19.
Dr. Sohail Cheema is a seasoned pediatrician with 30+ years of experience. A 1987 graduate of Nishtar Medical College, he’s recognized for patient-centered care and clear communication. He's a member of the Royal College of Physicians (UK & Ireland) and certified in Ontario. He practices at Halton Healthcare – Georgetown and St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto.
Dr. Mandy Leideman offers telehealth services and chronic care consultations to patients, whether insured or uninsured. With 30+ years of experience in general practice, she now focuses on long-term care and chronic disease prevention. Dr. Leideman is affiliated with several professional organizations, including the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, the Canadian College of Family Physicians, and the Canadian Medical Association.
Dr. Kieran Kettyls is a compassionate family physician who specializes in bariatric medicine, women’s health, and in-office procedures. Originally from Calgary, Alberta, he pursued his medical education and training internationally. He provides virtual care for patients across Alberta and British Columbia. He developed an AHS-covered weight loss program focusing on personalized care for obesity, metabolic, and hormonal health.
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STI testing FAQs
What is the difference between confidential and anonymous STI testing?
Confidential testing means your name is on the test, and the result goes in your medical record, but it stays private. The Public Health Agency of Canada notes that only you, your provider, and the public health nurse responsible for reporting infections will learn your result. Anonymous testing means you give no name at all, and it is offered only at specific anonymous HIV testing sites, not through a standard online lab requisition.
How long do STI test results take?
Most STI test results come back within a few days. Urine tests for chlamydia and gonorrhea are often ready in one to two days, while blood tests for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis can take a few days longer. Our Canadian doctors are available 24/7. They can review your results with you and prescribe medications, including antibiotics, online if appropriate.
Can I get an STI test without symptoms?
Yes, you can get an STI test even though you do not have symptoms. Chlamydia causes no symptoms in most women and men. Gonorrhea is frequently silent, especially in the throat and rectum. HIV often causes nothing beyond a brief flu-like phase, followed by years with no symptoms. HPV usually shows no signs. Routine screening is how most of these are caught. If you are sexually active, you do not need symptoms to justify a test. You can talk to a doctor at Your Doctors Online today and get an online lab requisition for STI testing even if you have no symptoms.
How soon after exposure should I get tested?
It depends on the infection, and testing too early can miss it. Chlamydia and gonorrhea can show up within days, while HIV and syphilis may take several weeks to register on a test. Tell your doctor when the exposure happened, and they will tell you whether to test now or wait for an accurate window.
Is online STI testing confidential, and will it go on my record?
Online STI testing is confidential and protected under Canadian privacy law. Your result is shared only with you, your doctor, and, for reportable infections, the public health unit. It is not shared with your family doctor without your consent.
Can I buy an STI test kit at a pharmacy like Shoppers Drug Mart?
You can buy over-the-counter STD tests in Canada at some pharmacies and online, but they come with no doctor attached. You choose the panel, collect the sample, and read the results. A doctor-guided test means a physician decides what to check, reviews your result, and can treat you the same day if needed.
What happens if my STI test comes back positive?
Our doctor will explain the result and start treatment in the same conversation. Most bacterial STIs are cured with a short course of antibiotics sent straight to your pharmacy. For viral infections, your doctor sets up a management plan. There is no separate booking and no extra fee to begin treatment on the $20/month plan.
Are STIs reported to public health in Canada?
Six infections are reportable: HIV, syphilis, chlamydia, gonorrhea, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C. A positive result for any of these is shared with your local public health unit so they can track infections and offer partner notification. Reporting does not make your result public, and a nurse can help notify partners without using your name.
Does provincial insurance cover STI testing?
The lab fee is often covered by your provincial plan when testing is medically indicated, though rules vary by province. Public sexual health clinics offer free testing, BC residents can use GetCheckedOnline at no cost, and Ontario clinics test residents for free. The Your Doctors Online consultation runs on a separate $20/month subscription and provides consultation and treatment.
How often should I get tested for STIs?
At least once a year if you are sexually active, and every three to six months if you have new or multiple partners. Anyone aged 13 to 64 should be tested for HIV at least once. Your doctor can set a testing schedule that fits your risk level rather than a generic interval.
How do they test for STDs in women?
Testing in women depends on the infection. A urine sample or a vaginal swab checks for chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trichomoniasis. A blood sample checks for HIV, syphilis, and hepatitis B and C. If you have a sore, the provider may swab it to test for herpes or syphilis. During an in-person exam, they may also use a speculum to look at the cervix or do a Pap test if you are due. With online testing, your doctor decides which of these you need and sends a lab requisition so you can give the samples at a collection site.
How do you know if you have an STD as a man?
You often cannot know without a test, because many STIs cause no symptoms in men. When symptoms do appear, they can include discharge from the penis, pain or burning when you urinate, sores or blisters on the genitals, testicular pain, or itching. These signs overlap across infections, so they cannot tell you which STI you have. A test is the only way to confirm it. An online Canadian doctor can review your symptoms and order the right tests the same day.
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