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HelpTest Code MTCV Trichomonas, Candida and Bacterial Vaginosis
Laboratory Code
LAB1334
Specimen Requirements
Specimen Type: Vaginal secretions
Container/Tube: eSwab, M40 transystem Amies agar transport media (for non-NUH patients)
Volume: 1.0 mL / 1 swab
Collection Instructions: Collect specimen with a sterile swab. Place swab in transport medium.
Please refer to eSwab Training Slides.
Specimen Stability
Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH
| Specimen Type | Swab |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Submit to lab as soon as possible |
| Refrigerate | Do not refrigerate sample |
| Frozen | Do not freeze sample |
Methodology
Nucleic acid probe detection.
Days and Times Performed
Monday through Saturday, TAT 1 - 3 days
Reference Interval
Negative
Testing Laboratory
National University Hospital
Clinical Microbiology, 67724343
Useful For
Diagnosis of vaginal infection due to Yeast, Trichomonas or Gardnerella vaginalis.
Service Code
23022
Update
Last updated 21/3/2025
Special Instruction
Do not share sample with other requests.