Case Study: A sample of fluid was taken from the posterior fornix of a pregnant patient’s vagina.
What finding is demonstrated here?
242% Group B Streptococci present, implying colonization
254% Clue cells suggesting Bacterial Vaginosis
872% Budding hyphae suggesting fungal infection
1033% Ferning suggesting ruptured membranes
The Fern test demonstrates sodium chloride crystallizing along the strands of mucous in amniotic fluid. It is considered a sensitive test for the presence of amniotic fluid.