In Clinic – ‘No-Talk’ Testing (NTT)

The Chalmers Centre offers a quick, routine STI testing service most weekdays for people with no symptoms and no specific health concerns.

Tests included:

  • Chlamydia
  • Gonorrhoea
  • Syphilis
  • HIV

Important: This is a routine swab, urine, and blood test service only. You will not be examined, staff cannot answer medical questions, and no other services (like contraception, pregnancy tests, or vaccinations) can be provided during this visit.

Who is this service for?

Use our self-assessment below before booking.

  • If you answer NO to all questions: The ‘No-Talk’ clinic is suitable for you.
  • If you answer YES to any question: Please do not use this clinic. Instead, book a phone triage appointment online or call us at 0131 536 1070 so we can direct you to the right service.

Check Your Eligibility (Think back to 1 month before your last check-up)

  1. Are you 15 years old or under?
  2. Do you have STI symptoms (such as unusual discharge, bleeding, pain when peeing, testicle pain, lower stomach pain, or genital sores)?
  3. Have you had sex without a condom with someone known to have untreated HIV or Hepatitis?
  4. Since your last test, have you had sex without a condom:
    • As a man having anal sex with a man (and you are not on PrEP)?
    • As a woman with a man who has condomless anal sex with men?
  5. Have you been sexually assaulted?
  6. Have you or a sexual partner injected recreational drugs?
  7. Have you had sex without a condom with someone from a country with high rates of HIV or Hepatitis?
  8. Have you exchanged sex for money, drugs, or accommodation?
  9. Would you like to discuss any sexual health concerns with a clinician?
  10. For Gay, Bisexual, and Men who have Sex with Men (MSM):
    • Is this your first visit to Chalmers, ROAM, or another sexual health clinic?
    • Do you need HPV or Hepatitis A/B vaccinations?
    • Do you need advice on PEP or PrEP?

Alternative Support Services

  • Young People (Ages 13–18): If you’d like to talk to someone about your sexual health, drop in to our Healthy Respect+ Clinic at Chalmers Centre (Mon–Thu: 3:30 PM – 7:00 PM | Fri: 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM) or visit Young People | Lothian Sexual Health.
  • Testing at Home: If you prefer, you can order a Postal STI Self-Sample Kit.

How to Book Your Appointment

  1. Visit our online booking system.
  2. Select “STI testing – no symptoms”, then choose “Express (‘no talk’) testing”.
  3. Answer the screening questions to select an available slot.
  4. You can also book by phone at 0131 536 1070.

Note: If no appointments are available online, please check back early the following morning when new slots are released.

What Happens at Your Appointment?

A Healthcare Support Worker will guide you through taking your samples:

  • Swab or Urine sample: Tests for chlamydia and gonorrhoea.
  • Blood sample from your arm: Tests for HIV and syphilis.

Getting Your Results

Call our automated results line on 0131 536 1050 after 1 week.