Vaginal Swab Test Kit
The vaginal microbiome plays an important role in maintaining vaginal health, protecting against infection and supporting overall reproductive wellbeing.
The Vaginal Microbiome Profile is a comprehensive PCR-based analysis that assesses the balance of bacteria and microorganisms within the vaginal ecosystem. This test identifies beneficial lactobacilli, opportunistic bacteria, yeast species and common pathogens that may contribute to vaginal symptoms or recurrent infections.
A healthy vaginal microbiome is typically dominated by Lactobacillus species, which help maintain an acidic vaginal environment and protect against harmful organisms. When this balance becomes disrupted, symptoms such as discharge, odour, itching or irritation may occur.
This test provides detailed insight into the microbial environment of the vagina, helping guide targeted strategies to support microbiome balance and vaginal health.
Vaginal Microbiome Profile
This test evaluates a range of microorganisms and markers associated with vaginal health.
Beneficial Bacteria
Beneficial bacteria help maintain a protective vaginal environment.
Key species assessed include:
• Lactobacillus species
Healthy levels of Lactobacillus help maintain an acidic vaginal pH and inhibit the growth of harmful organisms.
Opportunistic and Pathogenic Bacteria
The test screens for bacteria commonly associated with vaginal dysbiosis and bacterial vaginosis.
These may include:
• Gardnerella species
• Other BV-associated organismsElevated levels of these bacteria may contribute to vaginal symptoms and microbiome imbalance.
Yeast Species
The test also assesses for yeast organisms that may contribute to symptoms such as itching, irritation or discharge.
This includes:
• Candida species
Elevated levels may indicate yeast overgrowth.
Additional Microbial Markers
The profile may also evaluate:
• Microbial diversity within the vaginal ecosystem
• Vaginal pH balance
• The presence of certain pathogenic organisms associated with infectionThese markers provide a broader understanding of vaginal microbiome health.
This analysis may provide insight into:
• Vaginal microbiome balance
• Reduced levels of beneficial Lactobacillus bacteria
• Bacterial patterns associated with bacterial vaginosis
• Yeast overgrowth such as Candida species
• Microbial imbalances contributing to vaginal symptomsUnderstanding these patterns can help guide personalised strategies aimed at restoring vaginal microbiome balance.
This test may be beneficial for individuals who:
• Experience unusual vaginal discharge
• Notice vaginal odour or irritation
• Experience itching or discomfort
• Have recurrent vaginal infections
• Want a comprehensive understanding of their vaginal microbiome healthIt may also be helpful for individuals wanting a data-informed assessment of vaginal health and microbial balance.
Once your laboratory results are available, you will be required to book a results consultation to review your report.
During this session, your results are interpreted within a clinical context and translated into personalised health strategies.
Your consultation may include discussion around:
• Strategies to restore vaginal microbiome balance
• Targeted probiotic or antimicrobial support where appropriate
• Lifestyle factors that may influence vaginal health
• Ongoing support to maintain microbiome stabilityTo ensure accurate results, please follow these preparation guidelines:
• Avoid douching, vaginal medications or sexual activity for 24 hours prior to sample collection
• Avoid collecting the sample during menstruation where possible
• Follow the instructions included with the kit for correct swab technique
• Collect the sample before starting any vaginal treatments or examinations
• Complete the symptom questionnaire included in the kit to assist with interpretationYour results report provides a detailed overview of your vaginal microbiome composition.
The report typically highlights:
• Beneficial Lactobacillus levels, which help maintain a healthy vaginal environment
• Opportunistic or pathogenic bacteria associated with microbiome imbalance
• Candida or yeast species, which may contribute to irritation or infection
• Vaginal pH balance, which plays a key role in microbiome stabilityInterpreting these findings within a clinical consultation helps identify patterns contributing to symptoms and supports the development of personalised strategies to restore vaginal microbiome health.
Many people take supplements without truly understanding what their body needs. While some nutrients can be helpful, taking supplements without proper assessment may mean addressing the wrong problem or missing important underlying factors.
Functional testing allows us to move beyond guesswork and instead use objective data to guide personalised health strategies.
Testing can help identify:
• Nutrient deficiencies or imbalances
• Environmental exposures that may impact health
• Microbial imbalances within the gut
• Genetic variations that influence metabolism and cellular processes
• Biological patterns that may be contributing to symptomsRather than taking a generalised approach, testing provides information that allows recommendations to be tailored to your individual physiology.
This helps ensure that nutritional strategies, supplementation and lifestyle interventions are targeted, appropriate and aligned with your specific health needs.
For this reason, all testing offered through the clinic is reviewed within a clinical consultation, where results are interpreted and translated into practical, personalised recommendations.
Functional health testing can provide valuable insights into how the body is functioning. However, interpreting these results correctly requires clinical context.
Laboratory reports often present large amounts of technical data, and results may fall within reference ranges while still indicating patterns that are relevant to your health.
Working with a practitioner ensures that your results are reviewed in relation to your:
• Symptoms and health history
• Current diet and lifestyle factors
• Medication or supplement use
• Environmental exposures
• Overall health goalsRather than looking at individual markers in isolation, a practitioner assesses patterns across multiple systems to better understand what may be influencing your health.
During your results consultation, findings from your test are translated into clear and practical recommendations, which may include targeted nutrition strategies, lifestyle adjustments and appropriate supplementation where required.
This personalised approach helps ensure that testing leads to meaningful, actionable changes that support long-term health outcomes.
