What does Evvy test for?

We test for *all* bacteria and fungi known to science and relevant to the vaginal microbiome. Wondering what that means?

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By the Evvy team

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“What does Evvy test for?” — we get that question a lot!

The short answer? 700+ bacteria and fungi.

The Evvy Vaginal Health Test screens for all bacteria and fungi that have been found in the vaginal and urinary microbiomes — with one swab.

‍All other vaginal microbiome tests, including other tests at the doctor's office or available online, use technology (called either PCR or 16s) that screens for a predefined & limited list of microbes. Evvy's test is the first and only CLIA-certified test to use metagenomics, an advanced form of testing that sequences the whole genome of all microbes present. That means you don’t have to order several tests to get a good picture of what’s up down there — just one.

All results come with a a custom plan of clear next steps, along with science-backed education, community, and 1:1 coaching. For eligible tests, we also offer integrative, prescription treatment programs.

For extra clarity, below is an abbreviated list of microbes that we often get asked about.

Evvy tests for all of these bacteria and fungi (& hundreds more!):

Atopobium vaginae
Bifidobacterium
BVAB
Candida albicans
Candida glabrata
Candida tropicalis
Corynebacterium
Dialister
Enterococcus faecalis
E. coli
Finegoldia
Gardnerella vaginalis
Lactobacillus crispatus
Lactobacillus gasseri
Lactobacillus iners
Lactobacillus jensenii
Megasphaera
Mobiluncus curtisii
Prevotella bivia
Sneathia
Staphylococcus
Streptococcus agalactiae (group B strep)
Mycoplasma hominis
Ureaplasma urealyticum
Ureaplasma parvum
& hundreds more!

Does Evvy test for Mycoplasma genitalium?

The short answer is yes — Evvy tests for Mycoplasma genitalium, but only if you add our Expanded PCR Panel to your Vaginal Health Test.

As you may have seen in recent CDC guidelines, Mycoplasma genitalium has been re-classified as an STI, requiring specific testing, reporting, and treatment guidelines. Evvy's metagenomic vaginal microbiome test (our Vaginal Health Test) is not designed to report on STIs, and any results from the Evvy mNGS test will not include Mycoplasma genitalium (meaning the results of any future Evvy mNGS test will not confirm the presence of absence of this bacteria).

The metagenomics-based Vaginal Health Test will continue to report on Mycoplasma hominis, Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum, and other non-STI species of Mycoplasma and Ureaplasma.

If you're interested in testing for Mycoplasma genitalium, you can access STI testing by adding our Expanded PCR Panel to your Vaginal Health Test. This will test for and report on Mycoplasma genitalium, in addition to chlamydia, gonorrhea, and trich! ‍

What does Evvy's Expanded PCR Panel test for?

If you've ordered an Evvy test, you're already getting the world's most comprehensive at-home vaginal microbiome test with the Evvy Vaginal Health Test, which screens for 700+ bacteria and fungi in the vaginal microbiome.

But if you’re symptomatic, interested in STI testing, or looking for expedited turnaround for preliminary results, we recommend adding our Expanded PCR Panel to your Evvy test. Please note, the Expanded PCR Panel is not yet available in NY.

Evvy's Expanded PCR Panel Test for:

‍4 STIs: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Trichomonas vaginalis (“trich”), Mycoplasma genitalium‍
10 Antibiotic Resistances: Aminoglycoside, Bactrim, Beta-lactam, Carbapenem, Extended Spectrum Beta Lactamase CTX-M, Macrolide, Methicillin, Quinolone, Tetracycline, Vancomycin‍
11 Common Microbes: Candida albicans, Gardnerella vaginalis, Lactobacillus crispatus, Lactobacillus gasseri, Mobiluncus curtisii, Mobiluncus mulieris, Mycoplasma hominis, Prevotella bivia, Streptococcus agalactiae (group B), Ureaplasma parvum, Ureaplasma urealyticum. Note: these microbes are also tested for via metagenomics in our full vaginal microbiome test, but the Expanded PCR Panel tests for them via PCR with a 1-3 day turnaround

What certifications does the Evvy test have?

Yes — the Evvy Vaginal Health Test is a CLIA-validated test performed at a CLIA, CAP, and CLEP certified lab.

During the rigorous validation process, our test showed improved analytical sensitivity and specificity over traditional methods — finally bringing in the power and precision of metagenomics to vaginal healthcare.

Please note that Evvy does not replace your Pap smear or regular OB-GYN visits. Looking for something we didn’t cover here? Let us know at ask@evvy.com.