Description
Who should take this test?
This test is recommended for Women who suspect they may have been exposed to an STD, or who are exhibiting signs or symptoms of a STD (Burning with urination, abnormal vaginal discharge, or abnormal bleeding).
You can also take this test if: You’ve had sex without using a condom You have a history of other STDs
Who should not take this test?
This test is not recommended for pregnant women or women who are experiencing severe symptoms such as moderate to severe lower abdominal pain, pain with intercourse, nausea/vomiting or fever/chills. If you are experiencing these symptoms then it is recommended that you seek in-person care as soon as possible. This test is only recommended for women who desire screening and/or have mild symptoms.
What is measured?
This test checks for the presence of Neisseria gonorrhoeae, Chlamydia trachomatis, and Trichomonas vaginalis.
Should I do anything to prepare for this test?
There is no special preparation for a Gonorrhea/Chlamydia/Trichomoniasis vaginal swab.
PLEASE NOTE: If you are suffering from more severe symptoms such as those listed below, seek medical assistance as these may indicate a more severe infection called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID may lead to scarring and infertility, so it is important to seek in-person care as soon as possible.
- Severe abdominal pain
- Back pain
- Fever
- nausea, and/or vomiting
About the Condition
What is trichomoniasis?
Trichomoniasis is an STI (sexually transmitted infection) caused by the protazoa trichomonas vaginalis. Trichomoniasis is the most common curable STI.
What are the symptoms?
Most people don’t have any symptoms and may not be aware that they are infected.
Women with Trichomoniasis may notice:
- Itching, redness, burning, or soreness in the genitals
- Discomfort when urinating
- Clear, white, yellowish, or greenish vaginal discharge with a fishy smell
- Discomfort when having sex
How is it spread?
Trichomoniasis is spread through sexual contact. In women, the most commonly infected part of the body is the lower genital tract (vulva, vagina, cervix, or urethra).
What is the treatment?
Trichomonas is most commonly treated with antibiotics taken by mouth.
What is gonorrhea?
Gonorrhea is an STI (sexually transmitted infection) caused by the bacteria Neisseria gonorrhoeae.
What is chlamydia?
Chlamydia is an STI (sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacteria Chlamydia trachomatis.
What are the symptoms?
Most women with gonorrhea or chlamydia do not experience symptoms. Some may have burning with urination, vaginal discharge or bleeding between periods. Untreated gonorrhea can lead to a serious condition called PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). Symptoms of PID include pain in the lower abdomen, fever, vaginal discharge, pain and/or bleeding during sex. If you are experiencing these types of symptoms it is recommended that you seek in-person care as soon as possible. Untreated PID can lead to internal scarring and infertility.
How is it spread?
Gonorrhea is spread through sexual contact. It can infect the throat, rectum or genitals. Chlamydia is also spread through sexual contact and can infect the rectum or genitals.
What is the treatment?
Both gonorrhea and chlamydia are treated with antibiotics. However, gonorrhea is best treated with injectable antibiotics (ie, a shot) and chlamydia with antibiotics by mouth.
PLEASE NOTE:
If you are suffering from more severe symptoms such as those listed below, seek medical assistance as these may indicate a more severe infection called pelvic inflammatory disease (PID). PID may lead to scarring and infertility, so it is important to seek in-person care as soon as possible.
Severe abdominal pain
Back pain
Fever
nausea, and/or vomiting
