What is a Vaginal Microbiome Analysis?
Vaginal Microbiome Analysis is a comprehensive diagnostic test that uses advanced quantitative PCR technology to precisely evaluate the vaginal ecosystem. This test is crucial for identifying imbalances in the vaginal flora that can lead to conditions such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), and trichomoniasis (TV), as well as for screening sexually transmitted infections.
Maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome dominated by protective Lactobacillus species is essential for reproductive health, immune protection, and overall wellbeing. Disruptions can increase susceptibility to infections, inflammation, and complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, or pregnancy-related risks.
How does Vaginal Microbiome Analysis work?
The Vaginal Microbiome Analysis test employs quantitative PCR to detect and measure the DNA of microorganisms in the vaginal tract. This highly accurate and sensitive method allows for the detection of even low levels of pathogens, beneficial bacteria, fungi, and viruses.
Your test kit is delivered directly to your home with clear, step-by-step instructions for sample collection. After you send it back to the lab, you’ll receive a detailed analysis of your results. Designed for privacy and convenience, this at-home approach gives you clinically validated answers without the discomfort or stress of an office visit.
The results help identify microbial imbalances, elevated vaginal pH, and the presence of opportunistic pathogens. These insights can guide targeted treatment, probiotic therapy, and lifestyle adjustments to restore balance and prevent recurrent issues.
Markers tested:
pH
Opportunistic Bacteria
Viruses/Parasites
Fungal Pathogens
Beneficial Bacteria
What will you discover?
The results of the Vaginal Microbiome Analysis provide valuable insights into:
Vaginal pH: A key marker of ecosystem balance; healthy pH is 3.5–4.5. Elevated pH can indicate infection, hormone imbalance, or microbiome disruption.
Opportunistic Bacteria: Detection of organisms like Gardnerella vaginalis, Atopobium vaginae, Prevotella, Megasphaera, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma, which are strongly associated with BV and other conditions.
Viruses & Parasites: Screening for Trichomonas vaginalis, Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Herpes Simplex Virus types 1 & 2.
Fungal Pathogens: Identification of Candida species, including C. albicans, C. glabrata, C. krusei, C. tropicalis, and C. parapsilosis, which may contribute to yeast infections.
Beneficial Bacteria: Quantification of protective Lactobacillus species (L. crispatus, L. gasseri, L. iners, L. jensenii, L. salivarius, and L. vaginalis), which maintain acidic pH and inhibit pathogen overgrowth.
This test is ideal if you're dealing with recurrent BV, yeast infections, UTIs, unusual discharge, or persistent discomfort that keeps coming back despite treatment—helping you uncover the root cause instead of just masking symptoms.
If you're trying to conceive, currently pregnant, or navigating perimenopause or menopause, this test helps you proactively support reproductive health and hormonal balance by identifying imbalances that can affect fertility, pregnancy outcomes, and hormonal transitions.
This test is for anyone who wants to be their own health advocate and understand how vaginal microbiome balance connects to gut health, immune function, and overall wellness—even without obvious symptoms.
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Vaginal Microbiome Analysis is a comprehensive diagnostic test that uses advanced quantitative PCR technology to precisely evaluate the vaginal ecosystem. This test is crucial for identifying imbalances in the vaginal flora that can lead to conditions such as bacterial vaginosis (BV), vulvovaginal candidiasis (VVC), and trichomoniasis (TV), as well as for screening sexually transmitted infections.
Maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome dominated by protective Lactobacillus species is essential for reproductive health, immune protection, and overall wellbeing. Disruptions can increase susceptibility to infections, inflammation, and complications such as pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, or pregnancy-related risks.
The Vaginal Microbiome Analysis test employs quantitative PCR to detect and measure the DNA of microorganisms in the vaginal tract. This highly accurate and sensitive method allows for the detection of even low levels of pathogens, beneficial bacteria, fungi, and viruses.Your test kit is delivered directly to your home with clear, step-by-step instructions for sample collection. After you send it back to the lab, you'll receive a detailed analysis of your results. Designed for privacy and convenience, this at-home approach gives you clinically validated answers without the discomfort or stress of an office visit.The results help identify microbial imbalances, elevated vaginal pH, and the presence of opportunistic pathogens. These insights can guide targeted treatment, probiotic therapy, and lifestyle adjustments to restore balance and prevent recurrent issues.
Our comprehensive panel analyzes:
Your Vaginal Microbiome Analysis provides valuable insights into:
Vaginal pH: A healthy pH is 3.5–4.5. Elevated pH can indicate infection, hormone imbalance, or microbiome disruption.
Opportunistic Bacteria: Detection of organisms like Gardnerella vaginalis, Atopobium vaginae, Prevotella, Megasphaera, Mycoplasma, and Ureaplasma, which are strongly associated with BV and other conditions.
Viruses & Parasites: Screening for Trichomonas vaginalis, Chlamydia trachomatis, Neisseria gonorrhoeae, and Herpes Simplex Virus types 1 & 2.
Fungal Pathogens: Identification of Candida species, including C. albicans, C. glabrata, C. krusei, C. tropicalis, and C. parapsilosis, which may contribute to yeast infections.
Beneficial Bacteria: Quantification of protective Lactobacillus species (L. crispatus, L. gasseri, L. iners, L. jensenii, L. salivarius, and L. vaginalis), which maintain acidic pH and inhibit pathogen overgrowth.
The vaginal microbiome is a complex community of bacteria, fungi, and other microbes that plays a critical role in your reproductive and overall health. When dominated by beneficial Lactobacillus species, your vaginal microbiome creates an acidic environment that naturally protects against infections, inflammation, and sexually transmitted diseases.
At Molecular Provisions, we recognize that the vaginal microbiome doesn't exist in isolation—it's intimately connected to your gut microbiome, immune system, and hormonal balance. Disruptions in vaginal flora have been linked to increased risk of UTIs, pelvic inflammatory disease, pregnancy complications, and even systemic inflammation. Understanding your vaginal microbiome is essential for taking a proactive, whole-body approach to your health.
No - the Vaginal Microbiome Analysis includes comprehensive lab results, detailed insights into your vaginal ecosystem, and actionable recommendations for restoring balance. However, prescription treatments are not included in the test price, as they will vary based on your individual results and health history.
We recommend sharing your results with your healthcare provider to develop a personalized treatment plan.
Orders typically ship within 1-2 business days and arrive in 2-4 business days via standard shipping. You'll receive tracking information once your order ships.
Yes - our Vaginal Microbiome Analysis uses quantitative PCR technology, a gold-standard diagnostic method that has been extensively validated for accuracy and reliability. The test is processed in a CLIA-certified, CAP-accredited laboratory to ensure the highest standards of quality and precision.
Once your sample arrives at our lab, results are typically available within 5-7 business days. You'll receive email notifications updating you on your test progress, and your comprehensive results will be accessible through your secure online portal.
Absolutely! You'll be able to download and share your results with your healthcare provider. The report includes a detailed explanation of the test methodology, lab validation information, and your individual results to help your provider understand your vaginal microbiome profile and develop an appropriate treatment plan.
The vaginal microbiome is a critical piece of your overall health puzzle. At Molecular Provisions, we understand that imbalances in the vaginal ecosystem don't just affect reproductive health—they're often connected to gut health, immune function, hormonal balance, and systemic inflammation.
Our Vaginal Microbiome Analysis is designed to help you understand these connections so you can address root causes, not just symptoms. Based on your results, we may recommend targeted probiotic support like our GI Balance formula, which includes specific strains that support both vaginal and gut health, or other products from our line that support hormonal balance, immune function, and microbial equilibrium throughout the body.
This test empowers you to be your own advocate and take a proactive, informed approach to your health—because when you understand your microbiome, you can make choices that support lasting wellness from the inside out.
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