From BV to STIs, obtain the highly accurate at-home assessment of your vaginal microbiome available today.
Learn more, register your test, and collect your sample.
THE MYPATHADVANTAGE TEST
Get accurate answers about your vaginal microbiome
Comprehensive
Analysis
Expert
Insight
Trust in the accuracy and reliability of knowing an experienced pathologist will review your results.
At-Home Testing
With Fast Turnaround
Quickly get in-depth insight into your vaginal health from the comfort and privacy of your home.
STI
Testing
From gonorrhea to Ureaplasma, discreetly learn if an untreated STI is causing your symptoms from home.
WHAT TO EXPECT
Quick and easy at-home vaginal microbiome testing.
Here’s what you can expect with the MyPathAdvantage vaginal health test:
Order your MyPathAdvantage test. Your test will be shipped to you by the end of the next business day.
Register your kit and collect your sample following these instructions.
Return your kit using the prepaid return envelope provided.
Your test will be processed and reviewed by a MyPathAdvantage pathologist.
Your results will be posted in your portal by the end of the next business day after we receive your test.
WHAT IT TESTS FOR
Comprehensive vaginal microbiome testing with MyPathAdvantage
MyPathAdvantage thoroughly assesses your vaginal health with the most accurate at-home test for bacterial vaginosis, yeast infections, sexually transmitted infections, vaginitis, aerobic bacterial infections, and beneficial microorganisms.
Bacterial Vaginosis: Identifies the presence of harmful bacteria and provides insights into the balance of the vaginal microbiome.
Aerobic Infections: Assesses for aerobic bacterial infections that may be impacting the vaginal area.
Yeast: Detects the most common types of yeast infections (Candida species) to accurately diagnose the infection type and guide treatment.
Beneficial Microorganisms: Measures the levels of beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacillus species, that play a crucial role in maintaining a healthy vaginal microbiome.
Sexually Transmitted Infections: Add-on test screens for STIs such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, and others, ensuring comprehensive sexual health.
Ulcers: The add-on test identifies conditions that create ulcers or sores that may be caused by bacteria or viruses.
Get a full list of what MyPathAdvantage tests for.
- Bacteria Vaginitis Molecular Panel
- Disease-Causing Bacteria
Bacteroides fragilis, Gardnerella vaginalis, Mobiluncus curtisii, Mobiluncus mulieris, Atopobium vaginae, Prevotella bivia, Megasphaera 1, Megasphaera 2, BVAB 2 - Protective Bacteria
Lactobacillus crispatus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Lactobacillus iners, Lactobacillus jensenii, Lactobacillus reuteri, Lactobacillus rhamnosus
- Disease-Causing Bacteria
- Aerobic Vaginitis Panel
Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus agalactiae, Enterococcus faecalis, Escherichia coli - Yeast Panel
Candida albicans, Candida glabrata, Candida dublinesis, Candida krusei, Candida parapsilosis, Candida tropicalis - STI Panel
Neisseria gonorrhea, Chlamydia trachomatis, Trichomonas vaginalis, Mycoplasma genitalium, Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma urealyticum - Ulcer Panel
Herpes simplex virus (HSV) 1, HSV 2, Hameophilus ducreyi (syphillus), Treponema pallidum (chancroid)
WHO IT’S FOR
Is MyPathAdvantage for me?
Women seeking overall optimum health
From pelvic inflammatory disease to fertility, optimal vaginal health is integral to overall well-being.
Women experiencing recurrent symptoms
Get answers about persistent issues with a comprehensive look at your vaginal health.
Women before, during, and after menopause
With changing hormone levels, vaginal discomfort and susceptibility to infections increase.
Women trying to conceive or pregnant
A healthy vaginal microbiome is essential for fertility and a successful pregnancy.
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Why MyPathAdvantage is Different
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At-Home STI Testing Has Never Been Easier
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Endometriosis & Your Vaginal Health
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Chlamydia, Gonorrhea & Syphilis, Oh, My! Scary Asymptomatic STIs!
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Bacterial Vaginosis: Promising Approach Prevents Recurrence
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Can You Get an STI From a Toilet Seat?
Bathrooms can be vile, unsavory and smelly places — so no wonder people think you can get an STI from...
What is Trichomoniasis?
When it comes to STIs, trichomoniasis, or trich as it is commonly called, is the most common curable sexually transmitted...
How Do I Reduce My STI risk?
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What Your Doctor Can Learn From a Pap Test
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4 Reasons Why Your Vaginal Infection Won’t Go Away
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Does Being Bare Down There Make You More Likely to Get an STI?
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Dr. Gillespie and her highly qualified team have set the standard for vaginal screening.
Kristin Williams, MD
Women’s Health Specialists of North Texas
As a practicing OBGYN, I recommend MyPathAdvantage for its precision in diagnosing and managing vaginal health.
Meghan Drake, MD
Women’s Health Associates of Richardson
I trust this test to give me an accurate look at a patient’s entire vaginal microbiome. It offers powerful insights.
Jennifer Gulick, MD OBGYN
Frisco, Texas
Not only is it convenient for patients, but I feel confident that I will be receiving accurate results in a short time.
Hannah Gee, WHNP
Charleston House Gynecology