Vaginitis test

Vaginitis test

Vaginitis test: The vaginitis test is a rapid test to detect infection of the vaginal canal independently of the urinary tract; a cotton swab is gently scraped along the vaginal wall to collect tissue (cells) or discharge. The cells are applied to a glass slide and examined under a microscope.

Vaginitis test: Other Names

Other names for Vaginitis test include:

• Vaginitis wet prep

Symptoms Associated with Vaginitis test

These symptoms may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Vaginitis test:

• Abnormal vaginal discharge
• Vaginal itching
• Painful intercourse
• Abnormally red vulva

Diseases Associated with Vaginitis test

These diseases or medical conditions may be diagnosed by, screened for, or associated with Vaginitis test:

• Bacterial vaginosis
• Sexually transmitted disease (e.g. trichomoniasis)
• Vaginal yeast infection (e.g. Candida albicans)

Basic Information: Vaginitis test

Disease or Condition count: 0; see list of conditions below. These are the diseases or medical conditions in which the medical test 'Vaginitis test' may be involved.

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