Swabbing for pathogenic bacteria is diagnostic testto check whether bacteria are present in the vagina, cervix or urethra. harmful (pathogenic) bacteriathat can cause genital or urinary tract infections.
During the examination, the doctor will cotton swab gently takes a sample from the mucous membrane, which is then sent to the laboratorywhere the type and amount of bacteria are determined.
The examination helps the doctor choose the appropriate treatment, usually with antibiotics, and prevent complications such as inflammation of the reproductive tract, infertility or transmission of infection to a partner. The procedure is quick, painless and safe.