Casandra
Casandra Test Code QD17816Version 1 (DRAFT)
Performing Lab
Bacterial Vaginosis/Vaginitis Panel
Also known as: Trichomoniasis, Yeast, Vaginal Infection, Affirm™, Trichomonas
Clinical Use
Order TestUse
G. vaginalis is associated (in concert with other organisms) with bacterial vaginosis. Trichomonas vaginalis and Candida species are known agents of vaginitis.
Special Instructions
Not provided.
Limitations
Not provided.
Test Details
Methodology
Other
Biomarkers
Candida species
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Gardnerella vaginalis
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Trichomonas vaginalis
MicroorganismPresence/Absence
Other • Binary (Detected / Not Detected)
Result Turnaround Time
1-4 days
Related Documents
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Specimen Requirements
Specimen
Vaginal Swab
Volume
Not provided
Minimum Volume
One BD AFFIRM™ ATTS swab
Container
AFFIRM™ VPIII Ambient Temperature Transport System (ATTS)
Collection Instructions
Vaginal swab (one BD AFFIRM™ ATTS swab) from the posterior fornix and vaginal wall; place immediately in AFFIRM™ VPIII ATTS
Causes for Rejection
Specimen >72 hours old; swabs received in other transport systems; received frozen
Stability Requirements
| Temperature | Period |
|---|---|
| Room Temperature | 72 hours |
| Refrigerated | 72 hours |
| Frozen | Unacceptable |
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