2023年8月3日 · High Vaginal Swab (HVS) Culture and Sensitivity is a diagnostic test used to identify and analyze the microorganisms present in the vaginal region. It is an important tool in …

A high vaginal swab (HVS) is a medical procedure performed in obstetrics and gynaecology to test vaginal discharge for the presence of vaginal thrush, bacterial vaginosis and trichomonas …

HVS may be used to aid the diagnosis of BV, vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), trichomonas vaginalis (TV) or other genital tract infections (e.g. streptococcal organisms) but their use …

2022年10月6日 · The HVS test detects STDs such as HPV, chlamydia, trichomoniasis, and gonorrhea. A high vaginal swab test can also help detect the cause of abnormal vaginal …

2019年4月9日 · High Vaginal Swab (HVS) is a technique used in diagnostic medicine to obtain a sample of discharge from the vagina. This sample is then sent for microscopy, culture and …

Clinical features, diagnosis and treatment of 286 women whose high vaginal swabs (HVS) submitted by their general practitioners showed pure, heavy growth of Staphylococcus aureus, …

The HVS test is indicated for women experiencing abnormal vaginal discharge, pain, or itching, and those who suspect they may have a sexually transmitted infection (STI). It can also be …

Investigation of infections of the female Genital tract E.G. Bacterial vaginosis, Candidiasis, Trichomoniasis etc. Not suitable for identifying or culturing genital pathogens such as …

Routine investigation includes microscopy for Bacteriial vaginosis (BV), pus cells and culture for thrush (candida). For male genital samples see: Urethral swabs. General guidance on how to …

2017年6月7日 · To find out the Microbiological profile of high vaginal swabs (HVS) from patients with various lower genital tract symptoms in the reproductive age group, attending the …