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Epic Test Code POC112 POCT Vaginal pH

Specimen Type

Vaginal secretion

Preferred Container

Nitrazine paper

Reference Values

Reference Values: <4.5
Membrane rupture in pregnant women: 
≥6.5 is consistent with ruptured membrane
≤6.0 is consistent with intact membrane
Bacterial vaginosis:
<4.5 virtually excludes bacterial vaginosis
>4.5 is consistent with bacterial vaginosis

Methodology

Nitrazine paper 

CPT Code

83986

Last Updated

03-Jan-23 MS

Performing Location(s)

Bassett Healthcare Network POC Testing. Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations.

Collection Method

Apply drop of specimen onto pH paper and read immediately. 

Available STAT

Only available at POC Approved Testing Locations