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Test ID NBLD0305 Wet Prep 

Important Note

The test must be performed within one hour of specimen collection to optimize detection of motile Trichomonas trophozoites. Any delay over 1 hour results in significant decrease in viability and motility of organisms.

AKA

Wet Mount, Trichomonas, Yeast and Clue Cells

Specimen Type/Requirements

ESwab 

Specimen: Vaginal Secretions. Obtain secretions from mucosal membrane of vaginal vault using a ESwab.

Lawson (6264320)

 

Red-Dual Swab in Liquid Stuart Medium (Lawson 6117712) and sterile swab in saline are also acceptable sources. 

See Microbiology Specimen Collection Guidelines

Stability/Transport

Room Temperature 1 hour Preferred for Transport
Refrigerated N/A  
Frozen N/A  

 

Performed Test Frequency

Monday-Sunday

Methodology

Microscopic wet mount. 10% KOH can be added to dissolve excess cells and expose fungal elements.

Performing Lab

Sanford Laboratories Fargo-Microbiology

CPT

87210