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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Aysha Anwar, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Another diagnostic test that may be helpful in the diagnosis of trichomoniasis is the whiff test.[1]
Other diagnostic tests
Another diagnostic test that may be helpful in the diagnosis of trichomoniasis is the whiff test.
Whiff test
Vaginal infection with trichomonas vaginalis alters the vaginal pH from acidic to basic. The whiff test is based on the addition of 10% potassium hydroxide to vaginal secretions. Vaginal pH >4.5 gives off a strong, fishy odor based on the presence of amines.[1]
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Coleman JS, Gaydos CA, Witter F (2013). "Trichomonas vaginalis vaginitis in obstetrics and gynecology practice: new concepts and controversies". Obstet Gynecol Surv. 68 (1): 43–50. doi:10.1097/OGX.0b013e318279fb7d. PMC 3586271. PMID 23322080.