The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the first at-home over-the-counter test for syphilis Friday.Until now, people who suspected that they had the sexually transmitted infection had to go to a doctor to get tested. With the new test from the biotech company NOWDiagnostics, it will take the user just 15 minutes and a single drop of blood to determine whether they have syphilis.However, this test is just a first step if someone suspects that they have the disease, the FDA says. If they test positive at home, they’re advised to go to a doctor for further testing to confirm the diagnosis.Related video above: Earlier this year, a study suggested that the U.S. is dealing with an STI epidemicThe company said the test will be available in the second half of 2024 and is expected to cost $29.98.”We continue to see advancements in tests, particularly tests for sexually transmitted infections, …