Table 2 Characteristics of the testers and their experiences with home sampling

Self-reported test history (N = 28)

 Never tested for STI (other than HIV)

3 (10.7)

 Tested for STI in the past 3 months

10 (35.7)

 Tested for STI in the past 3–12 months

9 (32.1)

 HBV vaccinated

18 (64.3)

STI diagnosed (N = 28)

 Newly diagnosed STI (in home-care programme usinghome sampling)

5 (17.9)

Successful sampling and testing (N = 28)

 Successful oral CT and NG testing

28 (100)

 Successful genital CT and NG testing

28 (100)

 Successful anorectal CT and NG testing

28 (100)

 Blood sample > 100 μl

23 (82.1)

 Successful syphilis diagnosis (regular care)

17 (60.7)

 Successful syphilis diagnosis (individual approach required)

5 (17.9)

Experience with home sampling (N = 23)^a

 Test instructions: (very) clear

22 (95.7)

 Home sampling would be their test method of choicein the future

14 (60.9)

 Would give a home sampling test to a peer (friend orsex partner)

17 (73.9)

 Benefits of home sampling: testing when convenientand at own time

18 (64.3)

 Benefits of home sampling: testing at home

13 (46.4)

 Benefits of home sampling: no transportation required

13 (46.4)