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Differentiating Diagnostic Value: Broad‑Spectrum qPCR vs. Shotgun Metagenomics in Vaginal Microbiome Testing

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Differentiating Diagnostic Value: Broad‑Spectrum qPCR vs. Shotgun Metagenomics in Vaginal Microbiome Testing

The vaginal microbiome plays a foundational role in women’s health. Broad-spectrum quantitative PCR (qPCR) and shotgun metagenomic sequencing, offer distinct benefits and limitations. Understanding their comparative utility is critical for clinicians, researchers, and digital health platforms delivering vaginal health solutions.

 

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Understanding Post-Cancer Challenges with Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C

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Understanding Post-Cancer Challenges with Gina Franco, MSN, ANP-C
Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt on Vaginal Health and the Power of PCR Diagnostics

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Dr. Rebecca Levy-Gantt on Vaginal Health and the Power of PCR Diagnostics
VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead

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VENUS Study and qPCR Test: Progress, Milestones and New Opportunities Ahead
Empowering Women Through Menopause: Dr. Polly Watson on Hormonal Health and Functional Medicine

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Empowering Women Through Menopause: Dr. Polly Watson on Hormonal Health and Functional Medicine

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Ask the Expert: What are lactobacilli?

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Ask the Expert: What are lactobacilli?
We are pleased to continue our series here on the Evolving Women's Health blog with Chief Science Officer Elizabeth DuPriest, Ph.D. What are lactobacilli?
Ask the Expert: Biome 101

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Ask the Expert: Biome 101
We are pleased to continue our new series here on The Biome Blog called Ask the Expert with Chief Science Officer Elizabeth DuPriest, Ph.D. What exactly is a biome?
Ask the Expert: Fertility & Pregnancy

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Ask the Expert: Fertility & Pregnancy

The vaginal microbiome is in fact strongly related to fertility and pregnancy, with the healthiest vaginal microbiomes (those dominated by Lactobacillus crispatus, L. gasseri, or L. jensenii) typically associated with the best outcomes.

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Interview Series with Julie Spencer: Functional Medicine and the Vaginal Microbiome

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Interview Series with Julie Spencer: Functional Medicine and the Vaginal Microbiome

Exploring the Vaginal Microbiome in the VENUS Study: New Horizons for Women's Vaginal Health

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Exploring the Vaginal Microbiome in the VENUS Study: New Horizons for Women's Vaginal Health

We are thrilled to share that we have launched our pioneering vaginal microbiome registry study entitled “Vaginal Ecosystem and Network in the US” (VENUS) Study.
Dr. Hannah Strom on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and the Vaginal Microbiome

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Dr. Hannah Strom on Pelvic Floor Dysfunction and the Vaginal Microbiome

The pelvic floor, which consists of muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues, can be influenced by various factors including the microbiome.
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