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Quick STD checkup · Gangnam, Seoul

A Quick STD Checkup in Gangnam, Seoul. In and out in about an hour.

A full STD check at HIGHST Urology Clinic usually takes about an hour. Here is what to bring and what happens, step by step.

  • About one hour
  • Book or walk in
  • Urine and blood samples
  • Treatment same visit
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Quick answer: A quick STD checkup at HIGHST Urology Clinic in Gangnam, Seoul usually takes about an hour. You message on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk or walk in, see a urologist privately in English, give urine and/or blood samples, and receive rapid results where available. PCR results follow privately, and any prescriptions or injections are given on site during the same visit.
Visit flow

What happens during a one-hour STD checkup?

  1. Arrive or check in

    Book on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk, or walk in. Reception registers you without needing a Korean ID or insurance.

  2. Private consult

    A urologist asks about symptoms and timing in English, then recommends the tests that fit.

  3. Quick samples

    Urine and/or blood samples take a few minutes. A swab is only taken if you have visible symptoms.

  4. Results & treatment

    Rapid results can be ready during the visit. PCR results follow privately. Treatment is given on site if needed.

Timing varies with how busy the clinic is. Booking ahead helps keep your visit short.
Before you come

What should I bring to an STD checkup?

A little preparation keeps the visit quick.

  • Passport or other identification for your records
  • A card or cash for payment
  • Your phone with WhatsApp or KakaoTalk for private results
  • The approximate date of the possible exposure
  • A list of symptoms and when they started
  • Names of any medicines you take or allergies you have
  • Try not to urinate for a while before arriving, if you can
Not sure about something? Message our English coordinators before you visit.
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I really finish an STD checkup in an hour?

Usually, yes. A typical visit at HIGHST Urology Clinic takes about an hour, including the consultation, samples and rapid results where available. PCR results take longer and are sent privately afterwards, so you do not need to wait at the clinic for them. Busy times can add waiting, so booking ahead helps.

Do I need to fast before an STD test?

Fasting is generally not needed for STD tests. For urine PCR tests, it can help not to urinate for a while before your visit so a good sample can be collected. If you have specific questions, message our coordinators on WhatsApp before you come.

Can I come in on my lunch break?

Many people do. The clinic is about 2 minutes from Gangnam-gu Office Station, Exit 2. Booking a specific time on WhatsApp or KakaoTalk makes a short visit more predictable. Allow about an hour in case of waiting or if treatment is needed.

Will the samples hurt?

Most checkups use a urine sample and a small blood draw, which are quick and usually cause little discomfort. A swab is only taken if there are visible symptoms such as sores. Tell your urologist if you feel anxious, and they will explain each step.

Is a quick checkup as thorough as a longer visit?

The speed comes from an efficient process, not from skipping steps. A urologist still reviews your history and chooses tests that match your situation, and multi-PCR panels can check several infections from one sample. If something needs closer attention, your urologist will tell you.

What if I need treatment after the checkup?

If treatment is needed, prescriptions or injections can be given on site, often during the same visit. If a PCR result later shows an infection, your urologist contacts you privately and arranges treatment and any partner testing advice. Results are shared only with you.

Visit us

HIGHST Urology Clinic Gangnam

Address

14–15F, 655 Seolleung-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Gangnam-gu Office Station, Exit 2

Opening hours (KST)

Mon–Fri 09:30–18:30
Sat 09:30–15:30
Sun & public holidays closed

Contact

WhatsApp (English): +82 10-3487-1618
Clinic: +82 2-514-1415

Talk to a urologist, privately

Message us in English — a coordinator replies and a urologist reviews your question.

Medical information on this page is general and does not replace a consultation. Timing, results and suitability vary by individual.