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Vesta Care: Your Partner in Health
Experience Precision Healthcare at Your Fingertips
At Vesta Care, we're committed to providing top-notch healthcare services that are both accessible and affordable. Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced medical professionals ensure accurate and timely results.
Our Services - Essential STD-7A
Our comprehensive Essential STD-7A panel screens for a range of sexually transmitted infections (STIs):
• Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG): Detected through nucleic acid amplification tests (NAATs) that amplify the DNA of the bacteria.
• Mycoplasma hominis (MH): Detected through culture or NAATs.
• Mycoplasma genitalium (MG): Detected through NAATs.
• Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU): Detected through culture or NAATs.
• Ureaplasma parvum (UP): Detected through culture or NAATs.
• Trichomonas vaginalis: Detected through microscopy or NAATs.
• Chlamydia trachomatis (CT): Detected through NAATs.
A healthcare provider will collect a swab sample from the genital area, which is then sent to a laboratory for analysis.
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Understanding Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are infections that are spread primarily through sexual contact. While many STIs can be treated, some can lead to serious health problems if left untreated.
Common STIs:
- Chlamydia:
- Symptoms: Often asymptomatic, but can cause burning sensation during urination, abnormal discharge, or pelvic pain.
- Complications: If untreated, it can lead to pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), infertility, and other health issues.
- Gonorrhea:
- Symptoms: Can cause a burning sensation during urination, a discharge from the penis or vagina, or pain in the testicles or lower abdomen.
- Complications: Untreated gonorrhea can lead to serious complications, including pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and disseminated gonococcal infection.
- Syphilis:
- Symptoms: Can cause sores, rash, fever, and other symptoms. In later stages, it can lead to serious damage to the heart, brain, and nervous system.
- Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV):
- Symptoms: Causes painful sores on the genitals or mouth.
- Complications: Can lead to recurrent outbreaks and other health issues.
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV):
- Symptoms: May cause flu-like symptoms in the early stages. In later stages, it can weaken the immune system and lead to serious infections.
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV):
- Symptoms: Can cause genital warts or lead to certain types of cancer, including cervical cancer.
- Trichomoniasis:
- Symptoms: Can cause itching, burning, or unusual discharge from the genitals.
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A Deeper Dive into the Essential STD-7A Panel
The Essential STD-7A panel is a comprehensive test designed to screen for a range of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Let's delve into the specific tests included in this panel and how they are performed:
- Neisseria gonorrhoeae (NG)
- Detection Method: Nucleic Acid Amplification Tests (NAATs)
- How it Works: NAATs amplify specific DNA sequences of the bacteria, making it easier to detect even small amounts of the organism. This method is highly sensitive and specific.
- Mycoplasma hominis (MH)
- Detection Methods: Culture or NAATs
- How it Works?
- Culture: A sample is collected and grown on special culture media to identify the bacteria.
- NAATs: Amplify the DNA of the bacteria for detection.
- Mycoplasma genitalium (MG)
- Detection Method: NAATs
- How it Works: NAATs amplify the DNA of the bacteria, allowing for sensitive and specific detection.
- Ureaplasma urealyticum (UU) & Ureaplasma parvum (UP)
- Detection Methods: Culture or NAATs
- How it Works: Like the detection methods for Mycoplasma hominis and genitalium, culture or NAATs can be used to identify these organisms.
- Trichomonas vaginalis
- Detection Methods: Microscopy or NAATs
- How it Works?
- Microscopy: A sample is examined under a microscope to identify the parasite.
- NAATs: Amplify the DNA of the parasite for detection.
- Chlamydia trachomatis (CT)
- Detection Method: NAATs
- How it Works: NAATs amplify the DNA of the bacteria, allowing for sensitive and specific detection.
Why is Early Detection Important?
Early detection and treatment of STIs are crucial to prevent complications and the spread of infection.
Untreated STIs can lead to serious health problems, including pelvic inflammatory disease, infertility, and an increased risk of HIV infection.
If you have any concerns about your sexual health, it's important to consult with a healthcare provider. They can recommend appropriate testing and treatment options.
Why Choose Vesta Care?
- Accuracy and Reliability: State-of-the-art laboratory equipment and experienced technicians.
- Quick Turnaround Time: Efficient processing of samples for rapid results.
- Confidentiality: Your privacy is our priority.
- Expert Consultation: Our healthcare professionals are available to answer your questions.
- Convenient Testing Options: Choose from in-clinic or at-home testing.
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Importance of Regular Testing
Regular STI testing is essential for early detection and treatment. It's particularly important for individuals who are sexually active, have multiple partners, or engage in high-risk behaviors.
Vesta Care Lab offers comprehensive STI testing services, including the Essential STD-7A panel, which screens for a range of STIs. By getting tested regularly, you can protect your health and the health of your partners.
Remember, early detection and treatment are key to preventing the spread of STIs and their associated health complications.
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At Vesta Care, we're committed to providing top-notch healthcare services that are both accessible and affordable.
Our state-of-the-art facilities and experienced medical professionals ensure accurate and timely results.
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