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Can being on period when you have a swab test for bv cause flora to be slightly off?

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Dr. Cynthia Frazier answered

Specializes in Gynecology

Yes: If you are being tested for ph only it will be abnormal because of the blood. A wet prep where the specimen is examined under a microscope will be accurate unless you are bleeding heavily. It is best to get the test when you are not bleeding.

Dr Amico Jr agreed

Answered 5/5/2015

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