And Why the Phrase Does More Harm Than Good People use the phrase “full STI panel” as if it means something standard or universal. It does not. In fact, that phrase has probably contributed to more STI transmission than any other assumption in sexual health. Here is why. Most people think a “full panel” equals a clean bill of sexual health. But take a look at the first image below. It shows a negative STI panel. Everything looks reassuring. Now look at the second image. Two positive...













