Bacterial Vaginosis (Vaginal Swab)

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Testing Laboratory

Auckland Te Toka Tumai | Auckland Hospital

Department

Microbiology

Delphic Registration Code (Alpha Code)

UGS

Test Code (Numeric Code)

2288

Laboratory Handling

Sample Stability

24 hours

Associated Tests

Synonyms

BV
Urogenital

Turnaround Time

48 hours

Test performed daily.

Specimen Type

  • Vaginal Swab

Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • Swab - Bacterial

Paediatric Specimen Requirements

Tube/Container Type:

Preferred
  • N/A

Additional Specimen Information

Store and transport in ambient conditions. Swabs must reach testing site within 8 hours of collection.
Dry swabs are not acceptable.

Last updated: 26/03/2026