BV is a vaginal dysbiosis resulting from replacement of normal hydrogen peroxide and lactic-acid–producing Lactobacillus species in the vagina with high concentrations of anaerobic bacteria, …

27 Noll 2023 · Clue cells, vaginal epithelial cells covered with bacteria, serve as a critical diagnostic feature for bacterial vaginosis (BV). Their presence in vaginal discharge, indicative of an overgrowth …

15 Aib 2025 · Clue cells are a crucial diagnostic indicator of bacterial vaginosis (BV), and their presence is a key factor in determining the need for treatment to prevent complications and improve patient …

17 Samh 2025 · Discover what clue cells are, their role in diagnosing bacterial vaginosis, and why they're crucial for understanding vaginal health.

21 Samh 2025 · Clue cells are the definitive marker for Bacterial Vaginosis. Explore their identification, morphology, and clinical management.

10 Meith 2023 · This sample will be tested for "clue cells." Clue cells are vaginal cells covered in bacteria. These are a sign of BV. Test your vaginal pH. The acidity of your vagina can be tested with a …

15 MFómh 2025 · If the normal bacteria (lactobacilli) are not there but many “clue” cells (cells from the vaginal lining that are coated with bacteria) are present, then you likely have bacterial vaginosis.

16 Lún 2025 · These cells were first described in 1955 by Gardner and Dukes as a sign of bacterial vaginosis. Gardnerella vaginalis and other anaerobic bacteria are most commonly associated with …

Use of the Amsel criteria represents an easier method for the diagnosis of BV and evalu-ates clinical characteristics.

27 Beal 2022 · Introduction: Clue cells (epithelial cells heavily covered with adherent bacteria) are an accepted clue to the diagnosis of bacterial vaginosis. However, the exact morphologic criteria of clue …