What Is Trichomonas Antigen?

Browse All Trichomonas Vaginalis Antigens. Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) is an anaerobic, flagellated protozoan parasite causes trichomoniasis, a sexually transmitted disease (STD) of worldwide importance.

How does a woman get trichomoniasis?

How do people get trichomoniasis? The parasite passes from an infected person to an uninfected person during sex. In women, the most commonly infected part of the body is the lower genital tract (vulva, vagina, cervix, or urethra). In men, the most commonly infected body part is the inside of the penis (urethra).

How do you get trichomonas antigen?

Trichomoniasis can be diagnosed by looking at a sample of vaginal fluid for women or urine for men under a microscope. If the parasite can be seen under the microscope, no further tests are needed. If this test isn't conclusive, tests called rapid antigen tests and nucleic acid amplification may be used.