- Centrally Located: 65 London Wall Near Liverpool Street
Broadgate GP provides private HIV testing in London from our clinic at 65 London Wall, close to Liverpool Street. If you are concerned about a recent sexual exposure, want routine HIV screening or would simply like to confirm your HIV status, our private GPs can advise you on the most appropriate test and when it should be taken.
Same-day appointments are available where possible, with rapid HIV testing options and fast results. The correct test depends on when the possible exposure happened, so speed should always be considered alongside the HIV test window period.
To arrange a confidential appointment, book a private HIV test with Broadgate GP.
Visit our practice in London near Liverpool Street, call 020 7638 4330 or book an appointment online.
If you think you may have come into contact with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), it’s important to arrange a test as soon as possible. You should also get tested if you believe you are at risk, even if you feel well or have only mild symptoms. Testing is especially important if you are pregnant or trying for a baby.
Our private GPs provide confidential HIV testing in a calm, non-judgemental setting. Whether you need a routine screen, a quick HIV blood test, or advice after unprotected sex, we can help you understand the most appropriate test based on your timing, risk and symptoms.
Need a confidential HIV test in London? Book a same-day appointment with Broadgate GP or call our team for discreet advice.
A private HIV test can give you prompt access to testing, medical advice and clear follow-up without needing to wait until symptoms develop.
You may want to arrange HIV testing if:
You do not need to decide which HIV test you need before attending Broadgate GP. Your GP can discuss the timing and nature of any possible exposure and advise whether testing now is appropriate or whether repeat testing may later be needed.
Broadgate GP is based in the City of London, close to Liverpool Street and London Wall, making the clinic easy to reach for patients working, living or travelling through Central London.
Many patients search for same day HIV testing London because they want answers quickly. At Broadgate GP, same-day appointments are available, and in some cases HIV test results can be returned on the same day.
It is important to be clear: same-day appointments and same-day results are not always the same thing. Same-day appointments mean you may be able to see a private GP quickly. Same-day results depend on the test type, the timing of possible exposure and whether laboratory confirmation is required.
The exact turnaround depends on:
A quick HIV blood test usually involves taking a small blood sample, which is then tested for signs of HIV infection. Some standard tests look for antibodies, while others also look for p24 antigen, a marker that can appear earlier after exposure.
If your result needs laboratory confirmation, we will explain what happens next and how your blood test results will be shared with you. You will not be left guessing or trying to interpret results on your own.
Same-day results can be helpful, but the right test matters more than speed alone. Testing too early after possible exposure may mean the virus has not yet reached detectable levels.
That is why your GP will talk through:
This ensures you receive accurate testing, not just the fastest available option.
HIV, or human immunodeficiency virus, is a virus that attacks the immune system, particularly cells involved in protecting the body from infection. Without treatment, HIV can progressively weaken the immune system and may eventually lead to advanced HIV disease or AIDS.
HIV is treatable but there is currently no cure. Modern antiretroviral treatment can suppress the virus to very low levels and enables most people receiving effective treatment to live long, healthy lives.
HIV and AIDS are not the same thing. HIV is the virus itself, while AIDS describes the most advanced stage of untreated HIV infection. An HIV test therefore detects evidence of HIV infection rather than testing directly for AIDS.
For more background on infection and exposure routes, see Broadgate GP’s information on HIV transmission and symptoms.
The most appropriate HIV test depends on how long it has been since possible exposure and your personal risk factors.
If possible exposure happened very recently, speak to a GP as soon as possible. If it was within the last 72 hours, you may need urgent advice about PEP.
If you are testing as part of regular sexual health screening, a standard HIV blood test may be suitable. Your GP can also advise whether other STI testing should be carried out at the same appointment.
If you are concerned about early infection, your GP may recommend a laboratory blood test that looks for markers such as p24 antigen as well as antibodies. This can help detect infection earlier than some standard tests, depending on the timing.
If a screening test is reactive or suggests a positive result, a confirmatory blood test is required before diagnosis is confirmed. We will explain the next steps clearly and arrange appropriate follow-up.
HIV is only one part of sexual health. Depending on your circumstances, your GP may also recommend STI testing to check for other infections that may not cause obvious symptoms.
Blood HIV Test
A small blood sample is taken and sent to our partner laboratory. Results are usually available on the same day or within one to two days.
Point of Care Test
This rapid HIV test uses body fluids such as saliva, a finger-prick blood drop or occasionally a urine sample. Results are available within minutes, making it ideal for those who want a fast answer.
Home Sampling Kits
A convenient option that allows you to collect a sample at home and send it for testing. Results are issued shortly after your sample is received.
You can usually test for HIV from a few days to several weeks after exposure, depending on the test used. Some early detection tests may identify HIV sooner, while standard tests are more reliable after the window period has passed. If exposure happened within the last 72 hours, seek urgent medical advice about PEP.
This is why clinical guidance matters. If you test too early, a follow-up test may be needed to confirm your HIV status.
You should consider booking an HIV test if you have had possible exposure to the HIV virus or if you want routine reassurance as part of regular testing.
Common reasons to book include:
Some people develop flu-like symptoms a few weeks after infection. Common symptoms can include fever, sore throat, rash, swollen glands, tiredness and muscle aches. However, symptoms alone cannot confirm whether someone has HIV. Some patients have no symptoms at all.
Testing is the only reliable way to know your HIV status.
HIV tests have a window period. This is the period after infection when a test may still be unable to detect HIV reliably.
The appropriate window period depends on the test being used.
Current BHIVA/BASHH/BIA guidance gives a 45-day window period for fourth-generation laboratory HIV tests. It gives longer window periods for some antibody-only and point-of-care tests.
Testing before the relevant window period has ended may still be useful in some circumstances, but a negative result may need to be repeated later.
At Broadgate GP, your doctor can assess:
If you think you may have been exposed to HIV within the last 72 hours, seek urgent medical advice immediately rather than waiting for a routine HIV test.
Post-exposure prophylaxis, or PEP, is medication used after certain possible HIV exposures. It needs to be started within 72 hours and should be assessed as soon as possible. The NHS advises contacting a sexual health clinic or A&E urgently where PEP may be needed.
Broadgate GP can discuss HIV risk and PEP during clinic hours, but urgent treatment should not be delayed if immediate assessment is required.
HIV cannot reliably be diagnosed from symptoms alone. Some people develop a short flu-like illness approximately two to six weeks after becoming infected, while others have no noticeable early symptoms at all.
Possible early HIV symptoms can include:
These symptoms are not specific to HIV and are also caused by many much more common illnesses.
Yes. A person can have HIV for years without obvious symptoms. Feeling completely well therefore does not rule out HIV following a possible exposure.
If there has been a genuine risk, an HIV test is more reliable than trying to judge your status from symptoms.
A reactive or positive screening result does not mean you are left to deal with things alone. A confirmatory blood test is needed, and your GP will guide you through the next steps.
If HIV is diagnosed, modern treatment is highly effective. Many people living with HIV who start treatment early can lead healthy lives with a near-normal life expectancy. HIV treatment works by reducing the amount of virus in the blood and protecting the immune system.
With successful treatment, some patients reach an undetectable viral load. This means the level of HIV in the blood is so low that standard tests cannot detect it.
Early diagnosis matters. It allows treatment to begin sooner, protects your health, and reduces the risk of passing HIV to someone else.
Broadgate GP provides private sexual health care for patients who want confidential, practical advice. HIV testing can be arranged on its own or as part of a wider sexual health screen.
You may want to speak to us about:
If you would like broader support, our sexual health clinic in London can help with discreet testing, advice and treatment options.
Choosing where to book a private HIV test London appointment is personal. You need a clinic that is easy to reach, medically reliable and sensitive to your concerns.
Broadgate GP provides private healthcare from a Central London clinic near Liverpool Street. Our team offers GP-led advice, confidential appointments and clear follow-up, so you understand what is being tested, when results are expected and what happens next.
Patients choose Broadgate GP because we offer:
We aim to make the process straightforward. You can ask questions, talk through your concerns and leave with a clear understanding of what happens next.
If you also need routine or wider blood screening, we can advise on private blood tests during your appointment.
If you are worried about exposure, symptoms, or simply want peace of mind, Broadgate GP can help you arrange private HIV testing in London quickly and discreetly.
100% confidential testing
Discrete service (real names aren’t required)
Same-day appointments and walk-in service
Rapid testing to ease your mind – we aim to have all HIV test results back within 24 hours
Our clinic near Liverpool Street offers same-day appointments where available, clear medical advice and confidential follow-up if needed.
Book your appointment online today, call our team, or visit Broadgate GP to speak with a private GP about HIV testing, STI testing and your sexual health.
Same-day HIV results may be possible depending on the type of test and whether laboratory confirmation is required. Broadgate GP offers same-day appointments where available and currently states that it aims to return HIV results within 24 hours. Your GP can explain the expected turnaround before your sample is taken.
It depends on the type of HIV test. Current UK specialist guidance gives a 45-day window period for fourth-generation laboratory tests, while other test types can have longer windows. Testing earlier may sometimes be appropriate, but a repeat test may be needed.
Yes. Some people have a flu-like illness shortly after infection, while others have no noticeable symptoms and may feel well for years. The only way to know your HIV status is to test rather than relying on symptoms.
There is not a separate routine “AIDS test”. HIV tests look for evidence of infection with human immunodeficiency virus. AIDS is the term used for advanced disease that can develop when HIV has caused severe damage to the immune system, particularly when HIV remains untreated.
Seek urgent medical advice rather than waiting for an HIV test. PEP may reduce the chance of HIV infection after certain exposures but must be started within 72 hours, and the sooner it is assessed the better. NHS sexual health services and A&E can provide urgent PEP assessment.
HIV testing can be important during pregnancy because early diagnosis and treatment can reduce the risk of passing HIV to the baby. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, speak to a GP for tailored advice.
Testing may be appropriate for a partner if they have also had a possible HIV exposure or if either of you has an uncertain HIV status. If HIV is confirmed, specialist services can advise on partner notification, testing and prevention. Testing decisions should be based on individual exposure and timing.
If you have any symptoms listed above or believe you may have been exposed to HIV, it is important to get accurate testing promptly and get the answers from your blood test results. You can visit our London Wall clinic without an appointment, and we will carry out the most appropriate test, provide rapid diagnosis and, if required, begin arranging treatment such as ART therapy.
Speed of diagnosis is essential. The sooner HIV is identified and treatment begins, the better the overall prognosis. With modern treatment and regular testing, most people with HIV have a long life expectancy and live normal daily lives.
If you’d like more information, you may also wish to read our blog on What To Expect From A Blood Test. Then book a test online.
If you're suffering from any type of health problem and you're based in the Central London area, then be sure to book an appointment with a GP.
We are a Private GP, therefore there is a charge for every appointment booked, to be paid on the day. Broadgate GP can only take appointments for patients
AGED 18 AND ABOVE.
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