Xpert TV is a qualitative in vitro diagnostic test for the detection of Trichomonas vaginalis genomic DNA. The test utilizes automated real-time PCR to amplify and detect Trichomonas vaginalis genomic DNA. ⁽¹⁾

The Xpert TV test uses female and male urine specimens, endocervical swab specimens, or patient-collected vaginal swab specimens (collected in a clinical setting). The Xpert TV test is intended to aid in the diagnosis of trichomoniasis (TV) in symptomatic or asymptomatic individuals. ⁽¹⁾

The protozoan Trichomonas vaginalis is responsible for trichomoniasis, which is a common sexually transmitted infection that can infect both men and women. There are 7,4 million cases of trichomoniasis annually in the United States. Trichomoniasis can be symptomatic or asymptomatic. ⁽¹⁾

In women, trichomoniasis is one of a range of conditions that may include vaginal discharge. Symptoms in females can include itching, burning, redness, or soreness of the genitals, unusual odor, discomfort with urination, or a thin clear, white, yellow, or green discharge. ⁽²⁾ In men, trichomoniasis may cause non-gonococcal urethritis (NGU). Symptoms in males can include itching or burning inside the penis, burning after ejaculation or urination, or penile discharge. ⁽¹⁾

For women, consider screening those receiving care in high-prevalence settings (e.g., STI clinics and correctional facilities) and for asymptomatic women at high risk for infection (e.g., women with multiple sex partners, transactional sex, drug misuse, or a history of STI or incarceration).  For persons with HIV, screening is recommended for sexually active women at entry to care and at least annually thereafter. ⁽²⁾