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Recommendation

It is possible to give a basic indication of the overall status of the results and whether they fit into a state of balance or dysbiosis. The below are what we class as balanced and dysbiotic from our parameters.

Balanced (all of the below are true)

  • pH of 4.0 or 4.4
  • Total beneficial bacteria is over 80% of total bacteria (and lactobacillus iners isn’t the dominant strain)
  • There is low microbial diversity (<4)

A result of balanced indicates a healthy vaginal microbiome. Results should be discussed with the patient in context of any health concerns or presenting symptoms. 

Dysbiosis (one or more of the below are true)

  • pH of 4.7 or over
  • Beneficial bacteria is less than 80% of total bacteria
  • There is diversity of opportunistic microbes over 4

A result of dysbiosis indicates imbalance. Results should be discussed with the patient in the context of their presenting symptoms. 

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