An at-home swab test that profiles vaginal bacteria and yeast species, including several Lactobacillus and Candida species, plus pH. Suited to women wanting a detailed look at their vaginal microbiome rather than a quick screen for a single infection.
26 biomarkers as listed by Blue Horizon Medicals.
This test profiles the vaginal microbiome from an at-home swab sample, identifying 25 individual bacteria and yeast species, including four Lactobacillus species and four Candida species, alongside a vaginal pH reading. Lactobacillus species are commonly discussed in relation to vaginal microbiome stability, and Candida species are associated with thrush; testing them individually, rather than as grouped categories, gives more detail than a single combined result.
We compare this test against other microbiome tests we track, most of which are gut microbiome tests rather than vaginal ones. Within that group its 26 biomarkers sit above the median of 24, and it's priced at £367.25 against a group median of £228.50, a significant premium. Blue Horizon's own Oral Microbiome Test (£299, 33 biomarkers) covers more markers for less, while several gut-focused tests from Selph, YorkTest and Randox Health cost considerably less.
It scores well for clinical depth given the number of species covered, and for documentation, since the biomarker list, sample type and collection method are all published clearly. It scores poorly for value for money given the price premium, and turnaround, at around 25 days, is far slower than most tests on the site, which pulls down its overall convenience despite the at-home collection. Results are reviewed by a doctor, and Blue Horizon has traded since 2009 with a Trustpilot score of 4.2 from 395 reviews, using UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs.
This suits women who want a detailed, species-level look at their vaginal microbiome, including specific Lactobacillus and Candida species, and who are prepared to wait around 25 days and pay a premium price for that level of detail.
If price matters more than vaginal-specific detail, Blue Horizon's own Oral Microbiome Test (£299, 33 biomarkers) or Selph's Advanced Gut Bacteria, Worm and Parasite Test (£249, 24 biomarkers) cover more markers for less, though they test different body sites. For sudden or severe symptoms, see a GP rather than waiting for a postal test.
You collect your own vaginal swab sample at home and post it to the lab; full instructions and packaging are provided. The lab identifies bacteria and yeast species alongside pH, with results back in around 25 days. A doctor reviews the results before you receive them.
This at-home swab test profiles 26 vaginal bacteria and yeast species plus pH, priced at £367.25. Against the microbiome tests we track it's priced well above the £228.50 median, though it does cover more species than most of the cheaper gut microbiome tests in that group. The standout drawback is turnaround: results take around 25 days, far longer than most tests on the site.
The listing publishes a detailed description, the full biomarker list, a stated turnaround, clear collection options, the sample type; it does not state what the report looks like.
26 biomarkers against a median of 24 across the 8 tests in its comparison group.
A swab sample you take at home, no needle; results in around 25 days, slower than similar tests.
Results are reviewed by a doctor; the provider does not describe the report format.
Trustpilot 4.2 from 395 reviews; accredited lab (UKAS ISO 15189 partner labs); trading 17+ years.
£367.25 against a comparison-group median of £228.50 (+61%).
Calculated 13 September 2026 from the facts we hold about this test and provider, using our published scoring formula. Scores are not hand-edited.
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