Significance of Direct Smear Examination for the Diagnosis of Female Genital Tract Infections
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The present study is conducted to demonstrate the value of direct smear examinations ( Gram stain and wet mount ) of vaginal discharge from infected female patients. The diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis and other infections were carried out by direct gram stained smear and wet mount preparations of vaginal discharge in 1004 cases of various infections affecting these patients. Gram stain was a useful tool to pick up various infections of the genital tract and wet mount was helpful in detecting Trichomonas vaginalis. In short , direct smear examination will facilitate clinician in the diagnosis of female genital tract infections with minimum requirements
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