Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) (VG+) Test Kit

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What is Vaginitis?

Vaginitis or inflammation of the vulva or vaginal area is a common gynecological condition that results in vaginal area discomfort and possible discharge.  The most common causes of Vaginitis are Bacterial Vaginosis (See BV Test) where there is an imbalance in the health bacterial species of the vagina (45%), infection with Candida species (See Candida Test; Candidiasis) (25%) and Trichimonas infection (20%).

What are the Causes of Vaginitis (Inflammation of the Vaginal Area)

The vagina has a number of microorganisms that live in balance.  Changes in this balance of organisms can result in Vaginitis. Risk factors that can impact the normal homeostasis of organisms in the vaginal vault include:

• Age
• Hormone levels
• Hygiene
• Sexual activity

Symptoms of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV)

• A gray or white vaginal discharge
• A strong, fish-like odor
• Pain in or around the vaginal area
• Itching in or around the vaginal area
• Burning sensation when urinating

What's Tested?

Organisms Associated with Bacterial Vaginosis (See BV Test)

• Atopobium vaginae
• Gardnerlla vaginalis
• Megasphera 1
• Megasphera 2
• Bacterial Vaginosis Associated Bacteria -2 (BVAB-2)

Candida Infection

• Candida albicans
• Candida glabrata
• Candida tropicalis
• Candida parapsilosis

Lactobacillus Infection

• Lactobacillus crispatus
• Lactobacillus iners

Trichimonas Infection

• Trichimonas vaginalis

Will I need to do anything to prepare for the test?

You should not use tampons, douche, or have sex for at least 24 hours before your test.

Sample Type

• Vaginal Sample collected with Zymo SafeCollect Swab
• Urine sample - We can also test urine samples

Shipping

• Note: Result turnaround times are only an estimate and may be subject to change.
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  • Depending on what you choose shipments can arrive anywhere from 1-5 days
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