- These vaginal pH test strips detect a change in the pH level of the vagina
- Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is diagnosed in approx. 15-20% of all pregnant women
- With the help of regular self-testing of the vaginal pH level, pregnant women can decrease the risk of infection
- Accuracy of over 98%
- Read the result immediately after removing the vaginal applicators
Thrush & Bacterial Vaginosis (BV) pH Rapid Test
PH Rapid Thrush & Bacterial Vaginosis Test Device is the modern concept of protection for women.
This Thrush and Bacterial Vaginosis test detects a change in the pH level of the vagina. A disturbance in the micro ecological balance in the vagina (e.g. dysbiosis) is often connected with an increase in the pH level. Vaginal pH levels that are higher than 4.5 can lead to many gynaecological complaints and complications. Bacterial vaginosis (BV) is diagnosed in approx. 15-20% of all pregnant women.
Further Information about BV and BV Tests.
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It increases the risk of these:
- Premature birth
- Chorioamnionitis (amnionitis)
- A premature rupturing of the fetal membrane
- Fever when giving birth
- Post-partum endometritis (an infection of the mucus membrane in the uterus after giving birth)
- A bacterial infection of the foetus
With the help of regular BV tests, pregnant women can decrease the risk of infection. The measurement of the vaginal pH level is a fixed component of the program for avoiding premature birth according to Prof. E. Saling.
Principle:
The Thrush and BV PH Rapid Test Device is a reliable, hygienic, pain-free method of determining the vaginal pH level.As soon as the pH measurement zone on the device comes into contact with vaginal secretion, a colour change occurs that can be assigned to a value on the colour scale. This value is the test result, which combined with your symptoms, enables you to find out whether the cause of your symptoms is likely to be Thrush or Bacterial Vaginosis (BV).
LIMITATIONS OF THE TEST
- Use each applicator only once.
- Use only for intended purpose, not for consumption.
- The swab determines only the pH value and not the presence of any infection.
- An acidic pH value is not 100% protection against infections. If you notice symptoms despite a normal pH value, contact your doctor.
- Certain occurrences may alter the vaginal pH value temporarily and lead to false results.
You should therefore take into account the following time limits before performing the test / taking a measurement;
- at least 12 hours after sexual activity
- at least 12 hours after the use of vaginal medical products (vaginal suppositories, creams, gels, etc.)
- only 3-4 days after the end of a period if you are using the test when not pregnant
- at least 15 minutes after urination because remaining urine can lead to false test results
- If the test applicator is not used properly, this may lead to a tearing of the hymen in women who are not yet sexually active. This is similar to the use of a tampon.