STI tests are most accurate at the appropriate window periods. However, I do have patients who are very sexually active and come in for regular STI screening.
There are no guidelines for frequency of testing in such situations, but most clinicians recommend at least twice a year.
However, if you are regularly involved in high risk sexual behaviours, more frequent testing may be required.
The type of tests that needs to be done will depend on your sexual activity. It is best to discuss this with the doctor so that the type of tests and frequency can be tailored to you.
