If you’re trying to conceive
Vaginal microbiome testing may be helpful to give you and your clinician a clearer starting point.
Vaginal Microbiome Test
- Absolute quantification
- Easy to interpret
- At-home test
- 50+ species tested
- Support available
- Used by clinicians
- Results in 2 weeks
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£199.00
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Our vaginal microbiome at-home test kit uses Precision Microbiome Profiling, a quantitative molecular qPCR-based testing methodology that delivers a comprehensive analysis of your vaginal microbiome. This advanced technology accurately identifies and quantifies clinically relevant microbial species, providing detailed insights into the composition and balance of your vaginal environment.
Too many women are told their symptoms are normal. They're not, and you deserve better answers. This is why accurate testing is important for identifying the underlying cause.
- Unusual discharge
- Unusual odour
- Vaginal burning
- Vaginal itching
- Painful sex
- Vulval soreness
- Vaginal dryness
- Recurrent UTIs
- Urinary urgency
- Urinary frequency
- Cloudy urine
- Bladder discomfort
- Vaginal discomfort
Many conditions present with similar symptoms, however each is driven by a different microbial picture. For conditions such as recurrent BV, thrush, aerobic vaginitis and urinary tract infections, knowing which organisms are present and in what quantity is central to understanding what is happening.
If you're in menopause
Testing may help you understand how oestrogen depletion may be affecting your vaginal microbiome.
If you're struggling with UTIs
Testing may be helpful to understand if your vaginal microbiome is a risk factor for further bladder infections
Standard Diagnostics
Most standard diagnostics are not sensitive enough to differentiate between conditions and identify symptom drivers, resulting in many women inadequately addressing the root cause of their issue.
The infographic compares standard diagnostic approaches including microscopy and culture, then shows how incomplete testing can lead to a cycle of symptoms, treatment, temporary relief and recurrence.
Microscopy
Material from your vaginal swab is placed on a glass slide and examined under a microscope by a trained microbiologist. Because this type of microscopy requires experts to interpret the results accurately, it is now used less often.
Culture
Most vaginal and urinary tests rely on culture methods, where samples are grown in a lab to identify organisms. The problem is that a lot of bacteria do not grow well, or do not grow at all under standard culture conditions.
Current testing methods are not always able to identify what is truly causing the problem. As a result, women can spend years trapped in a cycle of getting treatment without lasting relief.
Our Test
Our molecular PMP™ testing methodology can quantify the absolute number of each bacteria and yeast strain present, helping you get to the root cause of symptoms.
Molecular testing
Molecular testing can detect small amounts of bacteria that culture may miss. It is also more accurate for mixed infections because it can identify multiple bacteria at the same time. Our vaginal microbiome test is designed to identify the specific bacteria driving symptoms.
Why Test?
Testing can help identify which microbes may be causing symptoms and how many healthy bacteria are present too, so rebalancing interventions can be targeted and long lasting.
An easy-to-interpret report, within two weeks
You'll receive a comprehensive, easy-to-interpret report within 2 weeks of us receiving your sample in the pre-paid envelope.
Download a sample reportPresence and exact quantification of 53 microbes
Beneficial bacteria
14 strains
Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium species that maintain a healthy, low pH.
View 14 species
- Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus
- Lactobacillus crispatus
- Lactobacillus gasseri
- Lactobacillus helveticus
- Lactobacillus iners
- Lactobacillus jensenii
- Lactobacillus mulieris
- Lactobacillus paragasseri
- Ligilactobacillus salivarius
- Limosilactobacillus fermentum
- Limosilactobacillus reuteri
- Bifidobacterium bifidum
- Bifidobacterium breve
- Bifidobacterium longum
Opportunistic yeast
6 strains
Candida and related species, commonly linked to thrush.
View 6 species
- Candida albicans
- Candida dubliniensis
- Candida parapsilosis
- Candida tropicalis
- Nakaseomyces glabratus (previously Candida glabrata)
- Pichia kudriavzevii (previously Candida krusei)
Opportunistic anaerobic bacteria
23 strains
Commonly associated with bacterial vaginosis.
View 23 species
- Gardnerella vaginalis
- Dialister micraerophilus
- Fannyhessea vaginae (previously Atopobium vaginae)
- Finegoldia magna
- Fusobacterium nucleatum
- Megasphaera hutchinsoni
- Megasphaera lornae
- Megasphaera vaginalis
- Mobiluncus curtisii
- Mobiluncus mulieris
- Aerococcus christensenii
- Amygdalobacter indicium
- Amygdalobacter nucleatus
- Clostridiales genomosp. BVAB1
- Hoylesella timonensis (previously Prevotella timonensis)
- Mageeibacillus indolicus
- Porphyromonas asaccharolytica
- Porphyromonas uenonis
- Sneathia sanguinegens
- Sneathia vaginalis
- Prevotella amnii
- Prevotella bivia
- Prevotella disiens
Opportunistic aerobic bacteria
7 strains
Commonly implicated in UTIs and inflammatory vaginal symptoms.
View 7 species
- Enterococcus faecalis
- Enterococcus faecium
- Escherichia coli
- Klebsiella pneumoniae
- Staphylococcus aureus
- Streptococcus agalactiae (Group B strep)
- Streptococcus anginosus
Ureaplasma and mycoplasma
3 strains
Part of the normal genital tract microbiota in some women which may also contribute to reproductive health issues in certain conditions.
View 3 species
- Ureaplasma parvum
- Ureaplasma urealyticum
- Mycoplasma hominis
Human DNA concentration
Sample quality
Human DNA concentration reflects the amount of DNA from vaginal epithelial cells detected on the swab. The vaginal lining naturally sheds cells as part of a normal, healthy process, and these are picked up during sampling. This marker acts as a quality check to confirm a good sample was collected, and can be influenced by factors such as oestrogen status, menstrual cycle stage, microbial composition, inflammation, and swab technique.
Here's what to expect
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Take your at-home vaginal microbiome swab and pH test.
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Send it back to us using the provided return shipping label.
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Receive your report within 14 days of posting your sample back to us.
What's included
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Instruction leaflet
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Wrapped vaginal swab
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Sterile collection tube containing preservation fluid
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Safety bag with absorbent pad
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Padded envelope for returning the sample with return label sticker
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pH test applicator in foil sachet
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pH test colorimetric card
Jessica Childs explains
Watch Head of Product Jessica Childs walk you through taking your vaginal microbiome test.
FAQs
Who can use this test?
The test is for women aged 18 or over living in the UK.
Can I take the test during pregnancy?
Yes. The test uses a low vaginal swab, which is safe in pregnancy. If you are pregnant, please review your results with a healthcare professional.
How does the test work?
Your sample is analysed using Precision Microbiome Profiling, a qPCR method that measures the exact quantity of each of 53 species, rather than simply recording whether they are present.
How is this different from a swab at my GP?
Standard testing relies on culture, where a sample is grown in a lab. Many vaginal bacteria grow poorly or not at all under those conditions, so they can be missed.
How long will my results take?
We return results within 14 working days of you posting your sample back to us. That window covers return postage and laboratory processing, so you know when to expect your report. In practice results are often available sooner.
How long is my sample stable for?
The swab is stable for 4 weeks from collection, so it must reach our laboratory within that time. We recommend returning it within 2 weeks of taking the sample.
How is my data kept safe?
Please see our Vaginal Microbiome Testing Service Privacy Policy for full detail on how your data is handled.
More Questions?
Visit our FAQ page or contact us
Are you a clinician looking to offer vaginal microbiome testing to your patients?
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Please remember
The testing service is not a substitute for medical advice. Please ensure that you discuss the report with your healthcare provider and that you understand the report, your symptoms and the findings of your healthcare provider and their recommended treatment.
