The trichomoniasis is a very common sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by the infection transmitted by the protozoan parasite called the Trichomonas vaginalis. Symptoms of the disease can vary, and most men and women who have the parasite do not know they are infected.
Trichomoniasis is considered to be the most common curable sexually transmitted disease. In the United States, an estimated 3.7 million people have the infection, but only about 30% have any symptoms. It is more common in women than in men, and older women are more likely than younger women to have the infection.
You only have to contact us to schedule an appointment one day in advance, we recommend you to have 3 days of sexual abstinence and previous washing with neutral soap. We perform the detection of Trichomonas vaginalis from samples obtained through urethral and cervicovaginal exudate.
Do not use vaginal suppositories, creams, or douches for at least 24 hours beforehand.
Do not use topical medications on the area to be examined for at least 24 hours beforehand.
Do not have sex for 72 hours before taking the medication.
Do not perform aggressive intimate hygiene on the day of the test.
For men, it is recommended not to urinate for at least 2 hours before the urethral swab.
If you are taking antibiotics, wait at least 7 days after finishing the course before providing the sample.
Technique: PCR (Polymerase Chain Reaction)
Type: qualitative (detection)
Detection of Trichomonas vaginalis
- Digital and in-app reporting