pH & VAGINAL INFECTIONS
Vaginal infections are a common problem within women of all ages. Indicating an abnormal level of vaginal mucus acidity can help assess whether vaginal symptoms are caused by an infection that requires medical attention.
read moreWHO IS THIS TEST FOR?
VAGINAL pH TEST is useful for anyone who wants to check for abnormal vaginal pH values, a symptom of one or more possible ongoing infections.
read moreTECH SPECS
VAGINAL pH TEST is a rapid device based on a chemical principle for the semi-quantitative determination of vaginal pH in samples taken by means of a vaginal swab as an aid in the diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis.
| Specificity | 99% |
| Sensitivity | 95% |
| Accuracy | 98.6% |
CONTENT
- 5 sterile vaginal swabs
- 5 aluminum pouches with printed color chart, containing each 1 test cassette
- instructions for use
USE PROCEDURE
- Insert the swab into the vaginal cavity and gently press it for about 10 seconds, then remove it;
- Wipe the swab onto the dedicated area present on the test cassette;
- Immediately read the result, by comparing the color of the sample well with the color chart provided.
RESULTS INTERPRETATION
| Normal range | the yellow-green color obtained indicates Normal vaginal pH levels, between 3.8 and 4.5. |
| Abnormal range (pH > 4.4) | the green-blue color indicates a result not to be considered physiological. It is recommended to contact a specialist. |
| Abnormal range (pH < 3.8) | the bright yellow color indicates a result not to be considered physiological. It is recommended to contact a specialist. |