A vaginal swab is collected to identify infectious organisms causing symptoms such as discharge, itching, odor, or pelvic discomfort.

The culture process isolates bacteria, fungi, or parasites from the sample.

The sensitivity test determines which antibiotics or antifungal agents are effective against the isolated pathogen.

Clinical uses include:

Diagnosing bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis (yeast infection), trichomoniasis, and other vaginal infections.

Identifying sexually transmitted infections (STIs) such as gonorrhea or chlamydia (when cultured).

Guiding personalized antimicrobial therapy.

Monitoring recurrent or resistant infections.

Analyte: Microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, parasites) from vaginal swab.

Normal Result: No pathogenic growth (normal vaginal flora only).

Abnormal Findings:

Positive culture: Indicates infection (e.g., Candida, Gardnerella, Trichomonas, Neisseria gonorrhoeae).

Sensitivity profile: Shows which antibiotics/antifungals are effective or resistant.

Clinical Use:

Provides a definitive diagnosis of vaginal infection.

Helps select the most effective antimicrobial treatment.

Supports management of recurrent or complicated infections.