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A selective culture device for the diagnosis of Human Trichomonas vaginalis
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InPouch® TV
A self-contained broth media device
for the recovery and detection of T. vaginalis
InPouch TV is a self-contained broth media device for the recovery and detection of T. vaginalis from female vaginal samples or male urethra/urine samples. The selective, nutritive media provides presumptive-positive results of one or more live trichomonads under the microscope immediately after inoculation of specimen — while inhibiting the growth of other microorganisms, which can interfere with a reliable diagnosis.
Human trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI) caused by the flagellated protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis. It is recognized as one of the most prevalent sexually transmitted infections world-wide, in both males and females. The CDC estimates five million new cases occur in the U.S. annually.
InPouch is designed for user-friendly and convenient early microscopic detection by culture confirmation of T. vaginalis. InPouch consists of a high-barrier, oxygen-resistant, plastic with two V-shaped-chambers connected by a narrow passage that, together, provide a variety of benefits — and allows users to easily inoculate a specimen, immediately observe (wet mount) the specimen, store and/or transport (optional) before transferring to the lab for incubation and recording.
Specifications
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| Simple Convenience |
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| Accurate Detection | Specially formulated medium is selective for positive growth of resistant strains of T. vaginalis, while inhibiting fungi and bacteria.
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| Time to Result | Presumptive positive results when trichomonads are observed microscopically. If negative upon initial observation, incubate at 37°C and examine every 24 hours for 5 days. |
| Storage | 12 Months shelf life from the date of manufacture. Inoculated Pouches can be kept at room temperature for up to 48 hours (18-25°C), before incubation at 37°C is required |
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| CPT Codes | 87081 | 87088 | 87210 |
Features and Benefits
Articles and Whitepapers
- Ohlemeyer: Diagnosis of Trichomonas vaginalis in Adolescent Females: InPouch TV culture versus Wet-Mount Microscopy
Journal of AdolescentHealth 1998;22:205-208 - Barenfanger, Drake, and Hanson: Timing of inoculation of the pouch makes no ifference in increased detection of Trichomonas vaginalis ...
J Clin Microbiol , Apr. 2002, p1387–89 - Article: Individuals infected with T. vaginalis have a higher risk of cervical cancer,
www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov - Hobbs MM, et al. 2006. Methods for detection of T. vaginalis in the male partners of infected women.
J Clin Microbiol 44(11):3994-9 - Garber GE. 2005. The laboratory diagnosis of T. vaginalis.
Can J Infect Dis Med Microbiol 16(1):35-8 - Ohlemeyer Cl, et al. 1998. Diagnosis of T. vaginalis in adolescent females.
J Adolesc Health 22(3):205-8 - Borchardt KA, et al. 1997. A comparison of the sensitivity of InPouch TV, Diamond's and Trichosel media.
Genitourin Med 73(4):297–298. - Borchardt KA, et al. 1996. An in-vitro metronidazole susceptibility test using InPouch TV.
Genitourin Med 72(2):132-135.
Regulatory
- CE IVD Marked
- FDA Clearence
WARNING: This product can expose you to Iron Dextran, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information go to P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Label InPouch before use
Use corner of surface to express majority of media to lower chamber
Tear or cut top of pouch
Inoculate upper chamber with your sample
Express inoculated media to the lower pouch
Roll top of pouch down and seal with tabs
Store and incubate inoculated InPouches upright
Observe growth directly on microscope stage