Introduction
The Vaginal Yeast Test is a rapid lateral flow-based assay for qualitative detection of Candida spp. antigens in cervical secretions sampled by a swab.
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC) is thought to be one of the most common causes of vaginal symptoms. Approximately, 75% of women will be diagnosed with Candida at least once during their lifetime. 40-50% of them will suffer from recurrent infections and 5% are estimated to develop chronic Candidiasis. Candidiasis is more commonly misdiagnosed than other vaginal infections (trichomonas and bacterial vaginosis). Symptoms of VVC which include: acute itching, vaginal soreness, irritation, rash on the outer lips of the vagina and genital burning that may increase during urination, are nonspecific. Clinicians should keep in mind that a broad variety of infectious and non-infectious diseases can cause a similar array of symptoms.
The Vaginal Yeast Test is a point-of-care test for qualitative detection of Candida cervical secretion swabs within 10-20 minutes. It is an important advance in improving the diagnosis of women with VVC.
Features:
- Results obtained within 10 minutes
- High sensitivity and specificity
- No cross reactivity with other pathogens
- Easy to use one step device
- Detection of 5 Candida spp.
- 20 Tests/kit
Cat# 41013
