What Is The Gardnerella Vaginalis Test For?
Gardnerella Vaginalis - AKA Bacterial vaginosis - is the most common cause of unpleasant "fishy" vaginal odor and a yellow or white vaginal discharge.
Bacterial vaginosis is caused when normal vaginal bacteria are replaced by other types of bacteria that normally are present in smaller concentrations. It is not known what causes this change, as Gardnerella Vaginalis can occur spontaneously in the vagina or can be transmitted sexually.
Up to 50% of women with Gardnerella Vaginalis experience no symptoms so it is important to check if you are at risk.
