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Test Code LAB4000 Bacterial Vaginosis

Methodology

This test is used to screen vaginal specimens for Gardnerella vaginalis, Atopobium vaginae, and Lactobacillus species.

Performing Laboratory and Testing Schedule

TidalHealth Peninsula Regional - Microbiology

Testing is performed Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday

Specimens collected on those days must arrive by 10pm to be tested that day.

Schedule is subject to change based on holidays, instrumentation issues, and reagent availability.

Specimen Requirements

Vaginal 

Collect specimen as follows:

1.     Aptima Vaginal Swab Specimen Collection Kit that has an orange label.

2.     Please collect specimen with orange swab.

3.      Instructions for collection of specimen are printed on package.

4.      Label tube with patient's name (first and last), date of birth, date and time of collection type of specimen, and collector’s initials.  Note: Specimen source is required.

5.     Testing for Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Candida spp.  and Trichomonas vaginalis can also be performed on same specimen.

6.      Unacceptable specimens: specimens other than vaginal site or specimens from prepubertal patients.

7.       A qualitative BV positive or negative result will be reported.

8.       Sample is good for 30 days (refrigerated or ambient).

Reference Values

Negative