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module menu icon Aim of the Test and Treat Service

The aim of the test and treat service is:

  • To support self-management of a sore throat
  • Reduce the need to visit a GP
  • Identify if it is a viral or bacterial infection
  • Offer advice on antibiotic treatment if bacterial infection is confirmed
  • Raise awareness of importance of appropriate use of antibiotics

To confirm if the cause of a sore throat is viral or bacterial, a throat swab needs to be collected and tested using a reliable test kit.

It is important to ensure you are familiar with the sample requirements for the test kit being used.