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Vaginal Microbiome Check

Complex ecosystems of microbes live in the female reproductive tract. A disruption in this ecosystem, usually a deficiency of 'good' bacteria and an overgrowth of 'bad' bacteria, can result in infection and unwanted symptoms.

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About this test

Complex ecosystems of microbes live in the female reproductive tract. A disruption in this ecosystem, usually a deficiency of 'good' bacteria and an overgrowth of 'bad' bacteria, can result in infection and unwanted symptoms.

What we measure

BENEFICIAL BACTERIA

Lactobacilli are the dominant beneficial bacteria in a healthy vaginal microbiome, maintaining an acidic environment that prevents infections.

Lactobacillus crispatus
The most protective Lactobacillus species, maintaining optimal vaginal pH and preventing infections.
Lactobacillus iners
A common Lactobacillus species, though less protective than L. crispatus.
Lactobacillus gasseri
Beneficial bacteria that supports vaginal health.
Lactobacillus jensenii
Another beneficial Lactobacillus species that maintains vaginal health.
OPPORTUNISTIC PATHOGENS

These bacteria can cause infections when the vaginal microbiome is disrupted.

Gardnerella vaginalis
Associated with bacterial vaginosis when present in high amounts.
Atopobium vaginae
Often associated with bacterial vaginosis.
Prevotella species
Can contribute to bacterial vaginosis and inflammation.
Mobiluncus
Associated with bacterial vaginosis.
YEAST & FUNGI

Yeast overgrowth can cause vaginal infections and discomfort.

Candida albicans
The most common cause of yeast infections.
Candida glabrata
Can cause recurrent yeast infections.
Candida tropicalis
Another yeast species that can cause infections.
SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED INFECTIONS

Screening for common STIs that can affect vaginal health.

Chlamydia trachomatis
Common STI that can cause pelvic inflammatory disease if untreated.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Bacterial STI that can cause serious complications if untreated.
Trichomonas vaginalis
Parasitic STI that can cause vaginal inflammation and discharge.
Mycoplasma genitalium
Emerging STI that can cause urethritis and pelvic inflammatory disease.
Ureaplasma
Can cause infections and may be associated with infertility.
VIRAL INFECTIONS

Viral infections that can affect vaginal and reproductive health.

Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
Can cause cervical changes and is associated with cervical cancer risk.
Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Can cause genital herpes outbreaks.
VAGINAL HEALTH MARKERS

Markers that assess overall vaginal health and inflammation.

pH Level
Optimal vaginal pH is 3.8-4.5. Elevated pH indicates disruption of beneficial bacteria.
White Blood Cells
Elevated levels indicate inflammation or infection.
Epithelial Cells
Assessed to understand vaginal cell health.

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