Timing & Readiness – Tiny Health

Timing & Readiness for Vaginal Microbiome Testing

• When should I take a vaginal microbiome test after giving birth?
• How long should I wait to test after antibiotics?
• Stopping medications & supplements before testing
• Do I need to wait after using topical antibiotics?
• Do I need to stop taking Miralax (laxative) before testing?
• Do I need to add or cut out foods for testing?
• Do I need to freeze my sample before shipping it to the lab?
• When is the best time to sample during pregnancy?
• Is it safe to sample during a stomach bug?
• When is the best time to test for Beta-glucuronidase? Does it matter if I'm in the luteal or follicular phase of my cycle?
• Do I need to refrigerate the sample?
• I had a colonoscopy, how long should I wait before sampling?
• How Long Do I Have To Wait After Vaccines Before Testing?