Sensitivity and specificity of two investigational Point of care tests for Syphilis and HIV (PoSH Study) for the diagnosis and treatment of infectious syphilis in Canada: a cross-sectional study.

Objectives: Single-visit testing and treatment for syphilis can reduce follow-up visits. The objectives of this study were to evaluate the performance and treatment outcomes of two dual syphilis/HIV point-of-care tests (POCTs).

Methods: Participants aged 16 years and older were offered concurrent syphilis/HIV POCTs with fingerstick blood sampling using two extremely rapid (<5 minutes) devices (MedMira Multiplo Rapid TP/HIV test and INSTI Multiplex HIV-1/HIV-2/Syphilis Antibody Test).