Method - Vaginal Swab
- Upon ordering, the lab kit will be sent directly to your clients home address.
- Your client takes their sample in the comfort of their own home and sends their sample to the lab via pre-paid courier.
Test Results
- 2-3 week turnaround time
- Both practitioner and client receive a copy of the test results and a letter of recommendations
Items tested
Yeast infections - Candida e.g.
Bacterial Vaginosis
Sexually Transmitted Infections - Trichomoniasis, Chlamydia, Gonorrhoea,
Herpes 1 & 2
pH
Viruses
Parasites
Bacteria - Beneficial and pathogenic
Fungi
The Vaginal Microbiome
The vagina is home to a complex ecosystem of organisms that may include bacteria, viruses, parasites and yeasts. Some of these organisms are important in keeping us healthy as they act to discourage other potential pathogens from thriving.
Disruptions in balance of any of these can lead to infections and/or uncomfortable symptoms. Every vaginal microbiome is different and factors such as age, hormonal disruptions and even antibiotic/probiotic use can contribute to changes.
The vagina consists on carefully balanced bacteria & fungi with an ideal pH of between 3.8 and 5.
Several things can bring this out of balance, such as the oral contraceptive pill, antibiotics, pregnancy, anti-fungal creams among others.
Symptoms
Vaginal infections, including bacterial vaginosis (BV), vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), and trichomoniasis (TV) as well as STI's can cause
unpleasant symptoms such as;
Smelly/unusual discharge
Itching, vagina or anus
Irritation/pain
Redness
Painful intercourse
Pract. Only - Vaginal Health Analysis + STI's
We recommend that you always seek the advice of a qualified health care practitioner regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment before acting on this test information. Nourished by Nature does not provide diagnosis, treatment, or medical advice. Nourished by Nature is not liable to you or anyone else for any loss or negative consequence caused in whole or in part by interpreting, delivering, or reporting information through the utilizing of laboratory testing services. In no event shall we be liable to you or any other party for any decisions made or action taken or not taken by you in reliance on such information.