Are There Condoms That Can Detect Stds

A group of students at the Isaac Newton Academy in Essex, England, have invented a “smart” condom to detect sexually transmitted infection (STI) in the wearer. Called S.T. Eye, the latex condom is covered with antibodies that would react with the bacteria found in STIs, triggering a change of colour.

Are condoms STD proof?

Consistent and correct use of latex condoms reduces the risk of sexually transmitted disease (STD) and human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) transmission. However, condom use cannot provide absolute protection against any STD.

Why do used condoms turn yellow?

There would be antibodies on the condom that would interact with the antigens of STDs, causing the condom to change colors depending on the disease. For instance, if the condom were exposed to chlamydia, it might glow green — or yellow for herpes, purple for human papillomavirus and blue for syphilis.