STD 12-pathogen PCR panel
One vaginal or cervical swab tests for 12 germs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomonas and mycoplasma. ₩100,000 on the published fee schedule.
Most women, new partner
Private, quick, no judgement
STD Testing in Gangnam, Seoul, private and clear from swab to result
STD testing checks for sexually transmitted infections, many of which cause no symptoms. At Sinsoe Women's Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul, female doctors offer a 12-pathogen PCR swab panel that includes chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomonas and mycoplasma, plus blood tests for HIV and syphilis and an HPV DNA test. The STD PCR panel is ₩100,000 on the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026, confirm before your visit). An English-speaking coordinator shares your results privately.
- 12-pathogen PCR panel
- All-female doctors
- HIV and syphilis blood tests
- Confidential results
- 4 min from Eonju Station, Exit 7
- 12 pathogens in one PCR swab
- ₩100,000 STD PCR panel, published fee 2026
- 5 female doctors on one team
- EN English coordinator from booking to results
The basics
What does an STD test check for?
STD testing looks for infections passed on through sex. Some are found with a swab from the vagina or cervix, others with a blood test, and some by looking at a sore or wart.
Many STDs, especially chlamydia, gonorrhea and mycoplasma, cause no symptoms in women. Testing is the only way to know, and early treatment protects your fertility and your partners.
A PCR test finds the genetic material of the germ, so it is very accurate. One swab can check for many infections at once.
What's in the tests Infections we can test for
- Chlamydia and gonorrhea
- Trichomonas
- Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis and ureaplasma
- HIV (antigen/antibody blood test)
- Syphilis (blood test)
- HPV (DNA test), plus herpes and genital warts by exam
Good to know
- The PCR panel covers 12 pathogens in total. Ask the coordinator for the full list
- Treatment is explained on vaginal infection treatment and PID treatment
Timing matters
When to get tested: window periods
A test can miss an infection that was caught very recently. These are general guides. Your doctor can tell you if a retest is needed.
| Infection | When a test is usually reliable |
|---|---|
| Chlamydia and gonorrhea | About 1 to 2 weeks after exposure |
| Trichomonas and mycoplasma | About 1 to 4 weeks after exposure |
| HIV (antigen/antibody test) | Many cases show by 2 to 6 weeks. A repeat at about 6 weeks or later confirms a negative |
| Syphilis | About 3 to 6 weeks, sometimes up to 3 months |
| Herpes and genital warts | Best checked when you have a sore, blister or bump |
If you are worried about a recent exposure, come anyway. Your doctor can test now and plan a retest.
Contact a doctor quickly if:
- You may have been exposed to HIV in the last 72 hours
- You have pelvic pain with fever
- You have painful sores or blisters
Medicine after HIV exposure (PEP) works best when started as early as possible, and no later than 72 hours. Go to a hospital emergency room straight away and ask about PEP.
Your options
STD test options at Sinsoe
Your doctor helps you choose based on your symptoms and risk. Many women do all three in one visit.
HIV and syphilis blood tests
An HIV antigen/antibody test (₩30,000) and a syphilis test (₩30,000), from the clinic's published fee schedule, June 2026.
Full sexual health checkHPV DNA test
A swab from the cervix for high-risk HPV types (₩80,000). Often done with a Pap smear.
Cervical health Step by step
How STD testing works in Gangnam
Quick, private and handled in English. You do not need to explain more than you want to.
- 1 Message us in English On WhatsApp. You can simply say you want an STD check.
- 2 Check in on 2F Bring your passport or Alien Registration Card. Your details stay private.
- 3 Talk with a female doctor She asks a few questions to choose the right tests, without judgement.
- 4 Swab and blood test A quick vaginal swab and, if chosen, a small blood sample. It takes only a few minutes.
- 5 Private results Results usually come within a few days. Your coordinator shares them privately and books treatment if needed.
How to prepare
- Avoid douching and vaginal creams for 48 hours.
- Try to come outside your period for the swab.
- Note the date of your last unprotected sex.
- No fasting is needed for the blood tests.
Is STD testing confidential?
Yes. Your results are shared only with you, and medical records in Korea are protected by privacy law. We do not contact your employer, school or family.
Tell the coordinator how you prefer to be contacted, and we will respect it.
Your results
What happens if a test is positive
Most STDs are easy to treat or manage. A positive result is the start of a plan, not a judgement.
Bacterial STD
Chlamydia, gonorrhea, mycoplasma, trichomonas
Antibiotics, usually for about 1 to 2 weeks. No sex until you and your partner have both finished.
HIV or syphilis
Blood test positive
Syphilis is treated with antibiotics. A reactive HIV test needs confirmation, and your doctor helps you get specialist care.
HPV positive
High-risk type found
Very common and often clears by itself. Your doctor plans follow-up. See HPV treatment.
Negative
No infection found
Your doctor may suggest a retest if exposure was recent, and talk about prevention.
Expats & visitors
Getting an STD test in Korea as a foreigner
You don't need Korean insurance, a Korean phone number or Korean language.
Regular checks
Bring your Alien Registration Card. A yearly check, or one with each new partner, is a good habit.
Results on the road
Bring your passport. Results can be sent to you on WhatsApp, even after you leave Seoul.
English results
Ask for English results or a medical certificate for a visa, job or insurer before your visit.
Quick answers
STD testing in Seoul: common questions
Where can I get an STD test in Gangnam with an English-speaking doctor?
Sinsoe Women's Clinic at 537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul offers STD testing by female doctors with an English-speaking coordinator. It is a 4-minute walk from Eonju Station Exit 7 (Line 9). Book on WhatsApp at +82-10-9517-5719 or walk in during clinic hours.
How much does an STD test cost in Seoul?
On the clinic's published fee schedule (June 2026), the STD 12-pathogen PCR panel is ₩100,000, HIV Ag/Ab is ₩30,000, syphilis is ₩30,000 and the HPV DNA test is ₩80,000. Please confirm before your visit.
How long do STD results take?
Results usually come within a few days. The coordinator tells you when to expect them.
How soon after sex should I get tested?
For chlamydia and gonorrhea, about 1 to 2 weeks. For HIV and syphilis, a few weeks or more. Your doctor may test now and again later.
I have no symptoms. Should I still get tested?
Yes. Many STDs cause no symptoms in women, especially chlamydia and mycoplasma.
Is STD testing confidential in Korea?
Yes. Your results are private and are shared only with you.
Can my partner be tested and treated too?
Sinsoe is a women's clinic. Your doctor can explain what your partner should do and where they can be seen.
Can tourists get STD testing without Korean insurance?
Yes. Visitors are seen as self-pay patients. Bring your passport.
Ready when you are
Book a private STD test in Gangnam, Seoul
Send a message in English. A coordinator replies discreetly and confirms your time.
Sinsoe Women's Clinic
537 Nonhyeon-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul 06126, South KoreaEonju Station Exit 7 (4 min) · Yeoksam Station Exit 6 (5 min)
| Mon & Fri | 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue, Wed, Thu | 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |