TestCard and Superdrug Online Doctor launch their UTI test and treat partnership

TestCard and Superdrug Online Doctor have proclaimed the launch of their UTI test and treat partnership.

Patients with UTIs can use TestCard’s non-invasive kits to test and treat their condition at home without visiting a pharmacist or doctor.

The groundbreaking technology converts a smartphone camera into a clinical-grade scanner that is as accurate as professional dipstick reading services used in GP surgeries and hospitals.

Results are shown in the app, with possible, high possibility or negative UTI readings. The complete findings can then be shared with the Superdrug Online Doctor service, a GP, or another healthcare professional.

Dr Zoe Williams, Superdrug Health Ambassador, stated: “UTIs are a common complaint and tend to present with symptoms of pain on passing urine, needing to pee more often and needing to get to the toilet more urgently. The urine itself may look cloudy or smell more than usual. Superdrug now provides this option to check if their urinary symptoms are likely to be a UTI. However, always speak to your doctor straight away if you have symptoms of a more serious infection, such as a high temperature, severe pain or blood in the urine.”

Co-founder and chief scientific officer, TestCard, Andrew Botham, stated: “TestCard’s aim is to make testing fast, accurate, and accessible for all. There’s no medical jargon or complicated numbers and Superdrug online doctors can then use the more detailed analysis to decide how best to treat you. TestCard is able to provide alternative routes to important treatment for those that need it.”

Superdrug’s healthcare director, Michael Henry, stated: “When the NHS is as stretched as it is, we’re delighted to be able to support our customers and offer this new at-home UTI test and treat service which is easy, accessible and convenient and will also help to reduce the pressure on GP services.”