The Newfoundland Vaginal Infection Test contains: Test and colour scale, Vaginal swab, and Instructions. You will also need a timer.

The kit uses a vaginal swab to check markers associated with bacterial vaginosis or thrush. Lay out the supplied components before opening any sealed test device, and refer to the leaflet for any materials you need to provide yourself.

Step 1 — Prepare: Check the expiry date, wash your hands and prepare the swab and other sealed components on a clean surface.

Step 2 — Collect and test: Take a vaginal swab according to the enclosed instructions. Use the test and compare with its colour scale at the stated time, around 1 minute.

Step 3 — Read: Use a timer and follow the exact reading window in the enclosed instructions. Use the enclosed guide to check the control and interpret the result; repeat with a new test if invalid.

Step 4 — After the test: Dispose of used collection materials safely, wash your hands and record the result. If the control is absent or the result is unclear, use a new test and follow the leaflet.

At a glance: Prepare → Collect vaginal swab → Apply to device → Time and interpret.

Compare the test with its colour scale at the stated 1-minute time, following the enclosed guide. A result suggesting BV or thrush can guide a conversation with a pharmacist or clinician; it is not a full diagnosis. Seek advice if pregnant, symptoms recur, there is pelvic pain or fever, or STI exposure is possible. A negative result does not exclude other infections.

When to seek advice: Discuss a concerning result with a clinician or pharmacist for suitable treatment. Seek medical advice for pregnancy, recurrent symptoms, pelvic pain, fever or symptoms after a new sexual partner. A negative result does not exclude other infections.

Vaginal balance can change for several reasons. The colour-scale result is an aid to assessment, not a substitute for an examination or sexual health testing when indicated.

Manufacturer guidance and product details: https://www.newfoundland.io/products/vaginal-infection. Always use the leaflet supplied with the pack for exact volumes, timing and limitations.

What does the Newfoundland Vaginal Infection Test check?
This at-home screening kit uses a vaginal swab to check markers associated with bacterial vaginosis or thrush. Vaginal balance can change for several reasons. The colour-scale result is an aid to assessment, not a substitute for an examination or sexual health testing when indicated. The result is intended to help you decide whether further clinical advice is needed; it is not a diagnosis on its own.

Who might consider using the Vaginal Infection home test?
For people with changes in vaginal discharge, itching or discomfort who want a quick indication of a possible vaginal infection. It may help people with vaginal soreness, itching or a change in discharge. Similar symptoms can have different causes, including infections that this kit does not screen for. A clinician can advise if your symptoms are persistent, severe or outside the purpose of this home screen.

What is included in the Newfoundland Vaginal Infection kit?
The manufacturer lists Test and colour scale, Vaginal swab, and Instructions. Check the actual pack contents and expiry date before starting. You will need a timer and may need other materials as stated in the enclosed leaflet; components and packaging should be checked against that leaflet.

How do I collect the sample and perform the test?
Read the enclosed instructions before opening the device. Take a vaginal swab according to the enclosed instructions. Use the test and compare with its colour scale at the stated time, around 1 minute. Use only the sample type and amounts specified for this particular kit, keep the work area clean and do not reuse any single-use component. The step-by-step product tab summarises the process.

How quickly will I get the Vaginal Infection test result?
Newfoundland states results in about 1 minute. Start timing when the sample is applied or the device is activated, as the leaflet directs. Read only in the stated window: interpreting too soon or after the cut-off may give a misleading result. Check the control or validity guide first.

What does an abnormal or positive Vaginal Infection result mean?
Compare the test with its colour scale at the stated 1-minute time, following the enclosed guide. A result suggesting BV or thrush can guide a conversation with a pharmacist or clinician; it is not a full diagnosis. Seek advice if pregnant, symptoms recur, there is pelvic pain or fever, or STI exposure is possible. A negative result does not exclude other infections. Follow the leaflet’s exact result illustration, as positive and negative patterns are not the same for every self-test.

How accurate is the Newfoundland Vaginal Infection self-test?
The product is advertised as over 98% for its intended use. This does not mean every individual result is certain: sample collection, timing, storage, expiry and how early a condition is tested can all affect performance. Follow the enclosed instructions and seek professional assessment when symptoms or risk remain.

What if my Vaginal Infection result is negative, unclear or invalid?
A negative home result does not rule out every cause of your symptoms or concern. If the kit’s required control is absent, the colour comparison is unclear or the test was read outside its window, do not rely on it: repeat with a new kit as directed. Ask a clinician about ongoing symptoms or an unexpected result.

Does the vaginal infection test diagnose thrush or BV?
It is an aid to assessing common vaginal infections, including bacterial vaginosis and thrush, using a swab and colour scale. Similar symptoms can result from different conditions. A clinician or pharmacist may need more information before recommending treatment, especially for recurrent or atypical symptoms.

When should vaginal symptoms be assessed rather than self-treated?
Seek medical advice if pregnant, symptoms are recurrent, there is pelvic pain, fever, bleeding, a new sexual partner or concern about an STI. The home test is not a comprehensive STI screen, and a negative colour result does not rule out every cause of discharge or discomfort.