This study is looking at whether rapid, on-the-spot testing for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) like gonorrhea and chlamydia, called point-of-care testing (POCT), can improve HIV testing and prevention services for young people. Researchers want to see if POCT makes it easier for doctors to talk with patients, reduces missed follow-up appointments, and allows for same-day HIV prevention services. This study will compare how well POCT works compared to standard lab-based testing in three clinics. The main goal is to see how many young people complete an HIV test. You may be able to join if you are between 16 and 24 years old and are receiving either POCT or lab-based testing for gonorrhea and chlamydia. You cannot join if you already have HIV or are taking PrEP (Pre-exposure prophylaxis, a medicine to prevent HIV). The study aims to include about 6460 participants.

Study design

This is an interventional study comparing point-of-care STI testing to standard lab-based testing. It is a non-randomized trial involving approximately 6460 participants.

What's involved

Not specified in the trial record.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

The primary outcome of HIV test completion is measured on the day of STI testing.

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