Nucleic acid probe; this panel includes probes for candida species, gardnerella vaginalis and trichomonas vaginalis.
Rejection Criteria
Swabs in media other than bd affirm Frozen samples
Reference Range(s)
Negative
Specimen Requirements
Preferred Specimen
BD Affirm VPIII Ambient
Minimum Volume
N/A
Sample Stability
3 days room temperature 3 days refrigerated Unacceptable frozen
Transport Temperature
Room Temperature
Collection Instructions
Vaginal fluid collected in bd affirm vpiii ambient temperature transport system. Room temperature. Note: separate swabs should be submitted if other tests are also ordered (e.g. Culture).
