单词 | whiff test |
释义 | whiff testwhiff testwhiff testGynecology A test in which vaginal secretions are mixed with 10% KOH, resulting in a fishy odor typical of bacterial vaginosis. See Vaginosis, Wet prep.whiff test(wif test)whiff testA semi-humourous term applied to the test for GARDNERELLA VAGINALIS organisms. A drop of 10% potassium hydroxide is added to a drop of vaginal discharge on a microscope slide. If the test is positive a distinct fishy smell, from the production of amines, becomes apparent. The test is not completely specific but is quick and of practical value. |
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