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Package Code: QXL-STI-08

Vaginal Infection Diagnostic Profile in Bengaluru

Precision clinical microscopy, fungal speciation, and molecular NAAT for recurrent vaginal discharge, pruritus, or fishy odor. Collected respectfully by clinical providers.

QXL-STI-08Phase 3: Specialist Directed

Vaginal Infection Diagnostic Profile (Vaginitis & Microecology)

Comprehensive microscopy, culture, and molecular assessment for bacterial vaginosis, candidiasis, and trichomoniasis.

Laboratory Fee
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Report TAT 24–48 Hours
Specimen: High Vaginal Swab & Cervical Swab (Clinical Collection)
Fasting / Prep: Avoid vaginal douches, medications, or intercourse 24h prior
Sample Collection: Clinic Procedural Swab Only (Clinical Specialist)
Investigated Target Pathogens (5):
Bacterial Vaginosis (Nugent scoring)Candida speciationTrichomonas vaginalisChlamydia & Gonorrhea NAAT

Clinical Indication: Women experiencing persistent, recurrent, or unusual vaginal discharge, odor, itching, or dyspareunia.

Strictly confidential. Password-protected digital report delivery.

Clinical Differential: Bacterial Vaginosis vs Yeast vs STIs

Per Koneman's Diagnostic Microbiology Chapter 2 (Genital Tract Infections), empiric self-treatment with over-the-counter antifungals fails in up to 40% of women because Bacterial Vaginosis (caused by shifts in Gardnerella and anaerobic flora) or Trichomonas vaginalis requires targeted antibiotic therapy rather than antifungals. This profile provides definitive microbiological identification to restore normal vaginal microecology.

Clinically Reviewed by Dr. Shantakumar Muruda, MD (Pathology)Consultant Pathologist & Laboratory Director, QXL Diagnostics
NABL Accredited (MC-6849)Updated: November 2026
Clinical Reference Standards:Content developed in alignment with Koneman's Color Atlas and Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology (7th Edition, Chapters 2, 11, and 20), CDC Sexually Transmitted Infections Treatment Guidelines, World Health Organization (WHO) Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP) protocols, and NACO HIV diagnostic algorithms.
Patient Privacy & Specimen Safety:All sexual health investigations adhere to strict confidential diagnostic protocols. Doorstep sample collection is conducted by trained phlebotomy specialists in unmarked packaging. Digital reports are encrypted and delivered directly to the patient with optional anonymous barcode reporting.