HIV & Hepatitis C Test

Testing for HIV and hepatitis C, handled discreetly and explained clearly.

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The Forrest Pharmacy & Travel and Health Clinic shopfront on Forrest Road, Edinburgh

Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.

NHS

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Availability
Private service
Referral
None needed
Registration
Not required

HIV & Hepatitis C Test, Explained

A pharmacist sees you, assesses what is going on, and treats it where treatment is the right answer.

Care you can reach easily, and one less reason to wait for a GP appointment.

Why People Choose HIV & Hepatitis C Test

Discreet Visit

Private testing with respectful care.

Right Test

Timing and window periods explained.

Fast Results

Clear result times and what happens next.

Treatment/Referral

On‑the‑spot treatment or signposting.

How it Works

What Happens at Your HIV & Hepatitis C Test Appointment

1

Book Your Appointment

Book online, give us a ring, or simply call in

2

Visit Our Clinic

In central Edinburgh, a short walk from the Old Town and the Meadows

3

Have Your HIV & Hepatitis C Test

One of our pharmacists takes your sample, sends it to the laboratory and comes back to you with a full report

Booking

Request Your HIV & Hepatitis C Test Appointment

Online booking is coming soon. In the meantime, leave your details below and a member of our team will call you back to arrange a convenient time, usually the same day.

We only use these details to get back to you about this appointment.

Prefer to Call?

Speak to a member of the team directly. We are happy to answer any questions and book you in over the phone.

0131 225 7770
Monday to Friday
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Or visit us at 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP.

HIV & Hepatitis C Test: Your Questions Answered

Can I book HIV & Hepatitis C Test without seeing a GP first?

Yes. HIV & Hepatitis C Test is a private service you can book directly with us, with no GP referral and no need to be registered with a nearby practice. If your needs would be better met by a GP or hospital, we will tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.

Can I have HIV & Hepatitis C Test done in central Edinburgh?

Yes. HIV & Hepatitis C Test is available at Forrest Pharmacy, 45 Forrest Road, Edinburgh EH1 2QP, as part of our Sexual Health Clinic. We are in the city centre, a short walk from the Old Town, Southside and Newington, with bus routes stopping nearby. Opening hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Book online or call 0131 225 7770.

Can I just walk in for HIV & Hepatitis C Test?

Walk-ins are welcome, and we keep appointments available each day for people who need to be seen quickly. Booking ahead, online or on 0131 225 7770, is the best way to secure a time that suits you. If you are unsure whether this is the right service, ask to speak to a pharmacist when you call.

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