Sexual Health Profile III - Female LIS Code: SHS3 (FEMALE)
Comprehensive female sexual health screening including HIV, Syphilis, Chlamydia, and Gonorrhea detection. Advanced STI testing for women at Vitalync Diagnosis.
What's included in this profile
- A combined PCR panel testing for three common STIs
- Highly sensitive and specific detection method
- A standard part of comprehensive sexual health screening
- This is a panel/test bundle name, not an individual biomarker. Recommend excluding from the clickable marker list, or replacing with the actual list of markers it contains.
- A combined test detecting both HIV antibodies and the p24 viral protein
- Allows for earlier detection than antibody testing alone
- The standard modern HIV screening test
- A screening test for syphilis infection
- A standard part of sexual health screening panels
- A positive result is followed up with confirmatory testing
About this profile
The Sexual Health Profile III – Female is a comprehensive diagnostic panel designed to provide an advanced evaluation of female sexual and reproductive health. This profile screens for a wide range of bacterial, parasitic, and viral infections, including major sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) such as HIV, syphilis, and chlamydia, offering a complete overview of your sexual health status.
Indications for testing
The Sexual Health Profile III – Female is recommended for women who:
– Experience symptoms such as unusual vaginal discharge, itching, pelvic pain, or genital discomfort.
– Are sexually active and require a thorough STI screening.
– Have had unprotected sex or multiple sexual partners.
– Are preparing for surgical procedures or routine health assessments.
– Need peace of mind through early detection and prevention of sexually transmitted infections.
This advanced profile builds upon the Sexual Health Profile II – Female by including a syphilis antibody test, making it one of the most complete sexual health screenings available.
What can be detected?
The Sexual Health Profile III – Female includes a broad range of tests to detect bacterial, fungal, parasitic, and viral infections:
Female Genital Swab Culture: Identifies microorganisms responsible for genital infections, including:
Streptococcus of Lancefield group B – Commonly found in pregnant women and associated with neonatal infections.
Candida spp. – Yeast causing vaginal infections and irritation.
Staphylococcus aureus – Bacterium linked to various genital and soft tissue infections.
Neisseria gonorrhoeae – Pathogen responsible for gonorrhea, a common STI.
Trichomonas vaginalis – Parasite causing trichomoniasis, characterized by discharge and irritation.
Chlamydia trachomatis Ag (Swab): Detects Chlamydia trachomatis, one of the most prevalent STIs that can lead to infertility or pelvic inflammatory disease if untreated.
HIV Antibodies + p24 Antigen: Detects both antibodies and the p24 antigen for early and accurate diagnosis of HIV infection.
Syphilis Antibodies (Syphilis Ab): Detects antibodies indicating infection with Treponema pallidum, the bacterium that causes syphilis, enabling diagnosis at any stage of the disease.
Who is this test for?
This test is ideal for women who want a complete assessment of their sexual health, particularly those at higher risk of STIs, experiencing infection symptoms, or preparing for surgical or fertility procedures. It is also suitable for regular sexual health monitoring as part of preventive care.
Fasting requirements
Fasting is not required for the Sexual Health Profile III – Female. Follow any specific guidance provided by your healthcare provider for optimal test accuracy.
