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Confidential HIV Antigen & Antibody Screening.

A confidential 4th generation blood test that screens for both HIV antigen and antibodies, included in our Standard and Full STI Test panels. Skip the GP, walk in, and get clear, private results.

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Chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis & HIV in one panel. Want broader coverage? Upgrade to the Full STI Test, $199 (adds hepatitis B & C).

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Regular testing catches it early

HIV often shows no symptoms for years. Testing is the only way to know.

Almost a third of new HIV diagnoses in Australia are picked up late — regular testing is the only reliable way to catch it early.

757

New HIV diagnoses across Australia in 2024, per the Kirby Institute.

~1 in 3

Of 2024 diagnoses were late — likely 4+ years undiagnosed.

2-12 weeks

Window period before this antigen/antibody test reliably detects HIV.

How often should you actually be getting tested?

Health authorities recommend annual HIV testing for sexually active adults, and every three months for those with multiple partners or on PrEP.

It's been a while since your last check

Annual testing is recommended for all sexually active adults, regardless of relationship status. If it's been over a year, it's worth checking.

New partner, or between partners

Testing before and after a new sexual relationship, or before dropping condoms with a partner, gives both of you clarity.

Multiple partners or on PrEP

If you have multiple sexual partners or are taking PrEP, health guidelines recommend testing every three months rather than annually.

Past the window period after a potential exposure

If it's been at least 2 to 12 weeks since a potential exposure, testing now gives you a reliable read on your status.

Diagnosed early and on treatment, people with HIV can expect to live long, healthy lives with an undetectable viral load.

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We remove the barriers

Why Choose MediTests?

Private HIV testing without the GP visit, the wait, or the paperwork.

GP / Medicare
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GP referral
✕ Required
✓ Never needed
Appointment required
✕ Consult first
✓ Walk straight in
Results turnaround
✕ Wait for a results appointment
✓ 24-48 hours typically
Panel coverage
✕ Often single-infection only
✓ 4-6 infections, one blood draw
Collection centres
✕ Referred clinic only
✓ 3,300+ collection centres
Results delivery
✕ Via your GP only
✓ Direct to your inbox
Pricing
✕ Consult required first
✓ $165 flat, no surprises
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Choose your panel

Three ways to check your HIV status.

All panels include 4th generation HIV antigen/antibody screening. Pick the coverage that suits you.

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Standard STI Test

Discreet screening for the four most common sexually transmitted infections. No GP conversation, no referral, results straight to your inbox.

4 tests included

Chlamydia Gonorrhoea Syphilis HIV
$165$199
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Full STI Test

Everything in the Standard panel, plus hepatitis B and C. Six infections in one blood draw, no GP referral needed.

6 tests included

Chlamydia Gonorrhoea Syphilis HIV Hepatitis B Hepatitis C
$199
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Complete Sexual Health Panel

Our most comprehensive sexual health assessment — multi-site STI screening plus HIV, hepatitis B and C, herpes and liver health, all in one panel.

14 tests included

HIV Antigen HIV Antibody Herpes HSV-1 Herpes HSV-2 Hepatitis B Immunity Liver Function Chlamydia (Urine/Genital) Chlamydia (Throat) Gonorrhoea (Urine/Genital) Gonorrhoea (Throat) Trichomonas Syphilis Hepatitis B Surface Antigen Hepatitis C
$349
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How it works

Your HIV test result in three simple steps

1

Step one

Choose your panel and check out

Pick your panel and check out online for an instant PDF pathology request — no GP visit needed.

2

Step two

Walk into any collection centre

Take it to any of our 3,300+ collection centres across Australia — no booking, just walk in.

3

Step three

Receive your results privately

Results are sent privately to your inbox, typically within 24-48 hours.

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Who it's for

Here's who should be getting tested regularly.

Outcome-driven reasons to check your HIV status. Each one is a real, common situation, not a worst-case scenario.

It's been over a year since your last check

Annual HIV testing is recommended for all sexually active adults. If you can't remember your last test, it's time.

Starting a new relationship

Testing before you and a new partner stop using condoms gives you both a clear, current picture before making that decision.

Multiple partners or on PrEP

Health guidelines recommend testing every three months if you have multiple sexual partners or are taking PrEP.

Past the window period after an exposure

If it's been 2 to 12 weeks since a potential exposure, testing now gives you a reliable answer instead of ongoing uncertainty.

Wanting a full sexual health picture, not just one infection

The Standard and Full STI Test panels check HIV alongside chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis (and hepatitis B/C in the Full panel), in one blood draw.

Wanting a private, no-GP option

No appointment, no waiting room conversation, no Medicare claim. Purchase online, walk in, get your results privately.

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Your results

See exactly what you'll receive

A NATA-accredited pathology report showing your HIV antigen/antibody result across the full panel, with a clear explanation. Not buried in jargon.

NATA-accredited format

The same format used by hospitals and GPs across Australia. Delivered privately to your inbox.

Every infection reported separately

HIV, chlamydia, gonorrhoea and syphilis (and hepatitis B/C in the Full panel) each get their own clearly labelled result.

Typically delivered in 24-48 hours

Secure PDF to your inbox. Share with your GP or partner, or keep it for your own records.

PAGE 2 OF 4
Standard STI Test: Panel Results
HIV (Ag/Ab) Not detected Negative
Syphilis Antibody Not detected Negative
Chlamydia (PCR) Not detected Negative
Gonorrhoea (PCR) Not detected Negative
Clinical Note

No antigens, antibodies or genetic material were detected for any infection in this panel. This is a screening result, not a diagnosis. If your HIV or syphilis test falls within the window period after a potential exposure, retesting after that period closes is recommended.

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Common questions

Everything You Need to Know

No. MediTests provides your pathology request directly. No GP visit, no referral required. Purchase online, receive your pathology request instantly, and walk into any of 3,300+ collection centres across Australia. No appointment needed.
Yes. You purchase your test online, there's no GP visit and no Medicare claim, and your results are delivered privately to you as a secure PDF report. Nothing appears on a Medicare or GP record.
The test is a 4th generation antigen/antibody (Ag/Ab) test: it uses a blood sample to screen for both the p24 antigen, a viral protein that appears before antibodies develop, and HIV antibodies. Testing both gives earlier, more reliable detection than an antibody-only test (RACGP). It's a screening test, not a diagnostic tool. Any reactive result needs confirmatory follow-up testing, which your results report will explain.
The window period is the time between potential exposure and when a test can reliably detect HIV antibodies. According to Better Health Channel (Victoria), this is generally 2 to 12 weeks. If you test within this window and had a recent potential exposure, health authorities recommend retesting after the window period closes.
HIV testing is offered as part of a broader STI panel rather than as a single test, since sexual health guidelines generally recommend checking for HIV alongside other common STIs at the same time. MediTests offers two options: the Standard STI Test ($165) screens for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and HIV, and the Full STI Test ($199) adds hepatitis B and C for six infections in total.
Better Health Channel recommends that sexually active adults test for HIV at least annually. If you have multiple partners or are on PrEP, testing every three months is recommended.
Results are typically delivered to your inbox within 24 to 48 hours of your sample being collected, as a secure PDF report.
Walk into any of 3,300+ collection centres across Australia (Healius, Australian Clinical Labs and NutriPath). No appointment needed. Find your nearest Healius location at healius.com.au/locations.
Understanding HIV Testing

A complete guide to HIV testing in Australia

An overview of how HIV testing works, why the window period matters, and what your result means. Written for Australians considering a private HIV test.

How does HIV testing work?

HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) testing at MediTests is a 4th generation antigen/antibody (Ag/Ab) test. It screens for both the p24 antigen, a viral protein that appears in the blood before antibodies develop, and HIV antibodies, the immune response your body produces after exposure. Testing both together detects infection earlier and more reliably than an antibody-only test, and is the standard approach used by Australian laboratories (RACGP, Australian Family Physician). It's a screening test, not a diagnostic tool. A non-reactive (negative) result means neither antigen nor antibodies were detected; a reactive result means confirmatory follow-up testing is needed before any conclusion can be drawn.

There's a delay between potential exposure and when a test can reliably detect antibodies, known as the window period. According to Better Health Channel (Victoria), this is generally 2 to 12 weeks. Testing within this window doesn't rule out infection, which is why retesting after the window period closes is recommended following a recent potential exposure.

In Australia, the Kirby Institute recorded 757 new HIV diagnoses in 2024. Almost a third of these were classified as late diagnoses, meaning the person had likely been living with HIV for four or more years without knowing. Regular testing is what makes early diagnosis and treatment possible.

Why is HIV tested alongside other STIs?

MediTests doesn't sell HIV as a standalone test. Instead, it's included in two broader panels:

  • Standard STI Test ($165). Screens for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, syphilis and HIV in one blood and urine panel.
  • Full STI Test ($199). Everything in the Standard panel, plus hepatitis B and C, for six infections in total.

This reflects how sexual health testing is generally approached: because these infections share transmission routes and many risk factors overlap, checking for HIV in isolation would miss the broader picture. Testing everything relevant in one panel and one blood draw is simpler and more cost-effective than ordering tests one at a time.

Understanding your HIV result

An HIV antigen/antibody test reports one of two possible results:

Result What it means Next step
Negative (not detected) No HIV antigen or antibodies detected Negative, retest if within window period
Positive (detected) HIV antigen and/or antibodies detected Confirmatory testing required

If your test falls within the 2 to 12 week window period after a potential exposure, a non-reactive result doesn't fully rule out infection. Retesting after the window period closes gives a more reliable answer. Your report will explain what your result means and any recommended next steps.

Who should consider an HIV test?

HIV testing is recommended for the following groups:

  • All sexually active adults, annually. Better Health Channel recommends at least yearly testing regardless of relationship status.
  • People with multiple partners or on PrEP. Testing every three months is recommended for higher-frequency exposure.
  • Anyone starting a new relationship. Testing before dropping condoms with a new partner gives both people a current, informed picture.
  • Anyone past the window period after a potential exposure. Testing 2 to 12 weeks after a potential exposure gives a reliable read on status.
  • Anyone wanting a complete sexual health check. The Standard and Full STI Test panels cover HIV alongside the other most common STIs in one blood draw.

How the MediTests HIV test works

HIV testing at MediTests is included in the Standard STI Test ($165) and Full STI Test ($199), both private, self-requested panels you can buy online without a GP referral.

The process is simple: you complete checkout online and immediately receive a pathology request to your inbox, you walk into any of the 3,300+ Healius collection centres across Australia, a blood (and for some markers, urine) sample is collected, and your results are typically delivered to your inbox within 24 to 48 hours.

The report includes your HIV antigen/antibody result alongside every other infection in your chosen panel, each clearly labelled, with a plain-language explanation of what your results mean. The result is yours to share with your GP or partner, or keep privately for your own records.

Get your private HIV test today, as part of a complete STI panel. No GP referral. No appointment. Results typically in 24 to 48 hours.

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Multi-site STI screening plus HIV, hepatitis B and C, herpes and liver health, $349. The most thorough option in one blood and urine panel.

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Sources & disclaimer

  • Kirby Institute, UNSW Sydney — Annual Surveillance Report 2025: HIV, national HIV diagnosis and testing data for Australia. kirby.unsw.edu.au
  • Better Health Channel — Victorian Government patient information on HIV testing, the window period and testing recommendations. betterhealth.vic.gov.au
  • SA Health — South Australian Government clinical guidance on HIV testing and the window period. sahealth.sa.gov.au
  • Royal College of Pathologists of Australasia (RCPA) — Manual of Use and Interpretation of Pathology Tests, for Australian pathology reporting standards. rcpa.edu.au
  • RACGP — Australian Family Physician, "Consider HIV", on 4th generation antigen/antibody testing and window periods. racgp.org.au
  • Australasian Society for HIV Medicine (ASHM) — Australian STI Management Guidelines, HIV testing and diagnosis. sti.guidelines.org.au
  • Pathology Tests Explained (PTEx) — consumer reference on HIV serology and 4th generation Ag/Ab testing. ptex.au

This information is general and educational, not medical advice. This is a screening test, not a diagnostic tool; any reactive result requires confirmatory follow-up testing. Please consult your GP, sexual health clinic or a qualified healthcare professional for interpretation of your results in your individual clinical context.

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