{"title":"Women's health tests","description":"\u003cp\u003ePregnancy, ovulation, menopause (FSH) and vaginal health tests for home use.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vaginal-health-test","title":"Vaginal Health Rapid Test (vaginal swab)","description":"\u003cp style=\"border:1px solid #c33;padding:10px 14px;border-radius:8px\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor professional use.\u003c\/strong\u003e This test is intended to be performed by, or under the supervision of, a healthcare professional. It is supplied in a single Testera pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA rapid test that detects Candida albicans, Trichomonas vaginalis and Gardnerella vaginalis antigens in vaginal discharge. It helps identify the most common causes of vaginitis: bacterial vaginosis, vaginal thrush (candidiasis) and trichomoniasis. Result in 15 minutes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy test?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe most common causes of vaginitis are bacterial vaginosis (an imbalance of vaginal bacteria with overgrowth of Gardnerella and others), a yeast infection with Candida albicans (thrush), and the sexually transmitted infection trichomoniasis. They can cause changed or unpleasant-smelling discharge, itching, burning, redness or swelling, though some women have no symptoms. Because the symptoms are similar, the test helps point to the likely cause. If the result is positive or symptoms continue, see a doctor – especially during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance (manufacturer clinical data)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCandida albicans – sensitivity 87.3%, specificity 99.3%, accuracy 95.0% (n = 1047)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrichomonas vaginalis – sensitivity 93.6%, specificity 99.2%, accuracy 98.1% (n = 1047)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGardnerella vaginalis – sensitivity 98.0%, specificity 99.0%, accuracy 98.9% (n = 452)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest cassette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterile swab\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtraction reagent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction leaflet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can the test detect?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAntigens of Candida albicans (thrush), Trichomonas vaginalis (trichomoniasis) and Gardnerella vaginalis (bacterial vaginosis) from one swab.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I take the test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen you notice unusual discharge, itching, burning or odour. 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Just before ovulation the level of luteinising hormone (LH) rises sharply. The test detects this surge in urine and helps you find your most fertile days. It is especially useful when planning a pregnancy with an irregular cycle. If you have not conceived within 12 months (6 months if you are over 35), see a doctor. An ovulation test is not a method of contraception.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAccuracy: \u0026gt;99%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMidstream tests with caps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction leaflet with “when to start testing” table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I use a midstream ovulation test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHold the tip in your urine stream for a few seconds, or dip it into collected urine, then read the result after the stated time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat time of day is best to test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTest at the same time each day, usually between 10:00 and 20:00, and drink less fluid for a few hours beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I never get a positive result?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCycles vary, so keep testing for longer. 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An ovulation test is not a method of contraception.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePerformance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eAccuracy: \u0026gt;99%\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIn the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest strips in sealed pouches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction leaflet with “when to start testing” table\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I start testing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA few days before expected ovulation. With a 28-day cycle, start around day 10–11. The leaflet has a table for other cycle lengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does a positive result mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt shows an LH surge – ovulation is likely within 24–36 hours. 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