STI (Sexually Transmitted Diseases) Testing
Practical recommendations
Recommended minimum package (for sexually active men)
• HIV (antigen + antibodies, generation 4)
• Syphilis (VDRL / RPR + TPHA confirmation)
• Chlamydia + Gonorrhea (NAAT test from urine or urethral / pharyngeal / rectal swab)
• Hepatitis B (HBs Ag) + Hepatitis C (anti-HCV antibodies)
• Optional: Herpes (if symptoms occur), Mycoplasma / Ureaplasma, HPV (more relevant in women)
Practical advice: After a risky encounter → test after 2–3 weeks (for most) + re-test after 3 months for 100% confirmation.
Where to get tested in Bucharest (discreet & quality)
• Matei Balș Institute — best for STIs/HIV (specialized, confidential)
• Private clinics: MedLife, Regina Maria, Bioclinica, Sante — complete BTS packages
• Dermato-venereology (hospitals or private) — recommended for consultation + testing
• Better2Know or international clinics — very discreet, oriented towards expats/anonymous
Approximate prices (2026): A complete serology + urine package costs between 300–700 lei in private clinics.
Recommended frequency
• Occasional (1–2 appointments/month) → once every 6 months
• Frequent (multiple appointments) → every 3 months
• After any incident (broken condom, unprotected oral sex, etc.) → immediate test + follow-up
Extra tips:
• Go to the dermato-venereology consultation the first time — the doctor will give you the exact recommendation.
• Ask for combined testing (packages) — it's cheaper.
• Keep the results to show to your escort (increases mutual trust).
• If you have symptoms (leakage, stinging, lesions, lymph nodes) → go immediately, don't wait.
