Quick: Results in Less than 30 Seconds
Easy: One-Step – No additional Sampling Cotton Swab Needed
Convenient: Stored at Room Temperature
This is a Home-Use test kit which measures the pH value of the vagina
A pH value represents how acidic or basic a substance is, in this case, vaginal discharge. The standard pH scale runs 1 to 14, where acids have low values (s 7), and bases have high values (≥ 7). The pH of your vagina fluctuates throughout your cycle and is generally acidic, an acidic environment prevents bacteria, yeast and other microorganisms from overgrowing. Your vaginal PH can change if you have an infection.
This test helps to evaluate if your vaginal symptoms (i.e., itching, burning, unpleasant odor, or unusual discharge) are caused by an infection that would require medical attention.
Home vaginal pH tests show good agreement with the diagnosis of a Healthcare Provider.
Not all changes in vaginal pH indicate a vaginal infection.
Other than the pH test, a number of tests can be used by a Healthcare Provider to diagnose a vaginal infection (including testing of vaginal culture, gram staining and/or pap smear) in addition to examination of vaginal discharge using the microscope.
Not always. Sometimes, a positive test (elevated pH) can occur due to other causes. See your Healthcare Provider for a consultation and treatment if you do test a high pH value.
Not always. Sometimes you may have an infection that is not detected.
If you have no symptoms, your negative test could suggest the possibility of a(n) chemical, allergic or other noninfectious irritation of the vagina.
A negative test with symptoms could also indicate a possible yeast infection.
You should see your Healthcare Provider if you find changes in your vaginal pH or if you continue to have symptoms.
The home vaginal pH test is practically identical to the ones sold to Healthcare Providers. However, your Healthcare Provider can provide a more thorough assessment of your vaginal condition by evaluating your medical history, physical exam, and/or perform additional laboratory tests. These make Healthcare Provider assessments more comprehensive than using a single pH test to determine if you have an ongoing infection.
