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HelpTest Code MTCV Trichomonas, Candida and Bacterial Vaginosis
Additional Codes
| Epic Ordering Code | LAB1334 |
|---|---|
| NBS code | LBC04048 |
| Service code | 23022 |
Specimen Requirements
Submit one of the following:
| Preferred: |
| Eswab |
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 and Condition
Preferred temperatures for storage prior to and during shipping to NUH
| Specimen Type | Swab |
|---|---|
| Ambient | Submit to lab as soon as possible |
| Unacceptable Condition |
Frozen or refrigerated sample
Dry swab |
| Special Instructions | Do not share sample with other requests. |
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.
Update
Last updated 24/08/2026