Your results will be e-mailed to you in 10-30 days after receiving the sample. Turn around time varies depending on the lab test ordered.
Why is it important to check vaginal health?
Maintaining a healthy vaginal environment is crucial, as the vaginal microbiome differs from the gut microbiome. The vaginal microbiome thrives on low microbial diversity and depends on the dominance of Lactobacilli bacteria. These beneficial bacteria produce lactic acid, which preserves vaginal acidity and helps control the growth of harmful microbes. However, disruptions in the vaginal microbiome can occur frequently, leading to an overgrowth of undesirable microbes. Regular monitoring and assessment of vaginal health allow for the identification and resolution of potential imbalances or disruptions in the microbiome. This proactive approach supports the preservation of a healthy vaginal environment, minimizing the risk of complications and promoting overall well-being.
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Megasphaera spp.
Ureaplasma spp.
Bacteroides cellulosilyticus
Bifidobacterium saeculare
Bacteroides dorei
Bifidobacterium pullorum
Bifidobacterium gallinarum
Lactobacillus spp.
Prevotella bivia
Atopobium vaginae
Streptococcus anginosus
Gardnerella vaginalis
Bifidobacterium bifidum
Bacteroides vulgatus
Enterococcus faecalis
Eubacterium rectale
Staphylococcus spp.
Bacteroides fragilis
E. coli
Streptococcus thermophilus
Candida spp.
Streptococcus salivarius
Bacteroides barnesiae
Bacteroides uniformis
Finegoldia magna
Prevotella corporis
Prevotella disiens
Bacteroides salanitronis
Bacteroides salyersiae
Mobiluncus spp.
How It Works
1
Order Your Test
24-28 hours after the order is placed, you'll get an email from our partner, Rupa Health, who will help facilitate the shipment from the lab. Test kits will be shipped and received in 2-4 business days.
2
Take Your Test
You will receive personalized testing instructions from Rupa Health This will include instructions for your tests, and assistance finding a nearby phlebotomist if your test requires a blood draw.
3
Analyze Your Test
Results are comprehensive and will give you in-depth data into your health. View sample results when browsing tests. You may download these results and share them with your medical provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
When do I receive my results?
What should I do if I take the test and I receive an abnormal result?
No consultations are provided at this time. Please make an appointment with your primary care physician and discuss your results with him/her. We do not offer medical advice, treatment, or prescriptions.
Do you take insurance?
No, we do not accept insurance. You may however use your HSA/ FSA.
I’ve received my results, now what?
At this time we don’t offer physician follow up appointments. The results can be downloaded and taken with you to discuss with your primary care physician.
Are these tests available in every state?
Due to state restrictions, Proactive Wellness lab tests are not available to residents of New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island.
Do I need to be referred by a doctor to order a test?
No. No referral required.
How do I share my results with my doctor?
You may download the results and either print or email them to share with your doctor.
Can I stop going to my primary care physician?
No, this is not in replacement of your annual physical. Your annual physical blood work will measure standard lab work that we do not test for.
How often should I get tested?
Testing is generally recommended every 6 months- 1 year.
How accurate are my results?
Each laboratory we use to help you get tested is CLIA-certified, which means they must meet or exceed high precision, accuracy and validity standards.