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Test Code LAB2817 Bacterial Vaginosis Screen

Important Note

Effective 11/04/2024, test discontinued and replaced by 

BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS NAAT [LAB10672]

Additional Codes:

BV SCREEN

Includes:

Gram stain analysis of vaginal secretions based on Nugent criteria. Results reported as typical flora, transitional flora or flora consistent with BV.

Notes:

Collect vaginal secretions on swab. Gently roll swab across the microscope slide; Do not rub!

UNACCEPTABLE/REJECTED SPECIMENS: 

  • Specimens other than vaginal exudate
  • Broken slides
  • Slides with patient label on reverse of slide

Collection:

Specimen: Vaginal exudate

Container: Place slide in sterile container or slide case

Storage Instructions:

Store Room Temperature

Turnaround Time (TAT):

Reported same day as tested.

Test Availability:

Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM

Request Form:

Microbiology – Green Request Form

Send To:

UMC MAIN LABORATORY Specimen Receiving – EH318 Children’s Hospital