The whiff test is useful in the diagnosis of
Correct Answer: Bacterial vaginosis
Description: Bacterial vaginosis AMSEL criteriaNugent criteriaThin, white, yellow, homogeneous discharge.Clue cells on microscopy.pH of vaginal fluid >4.5.Release of a fishy odor on adding alkali--10% potassium hydroxide (KOH) solution (Whiff test)At least three of the four criteria should be present for a confirmed diagnosis.Grade 1 (Normal): Lactobacillus morphotypes predominate.Grade 2 (Intermediate): Mixed flora with some Lactobacilli present, but Gardnerella or Mobiluncus morphotypes also present.Grade 3 (Bacterial Vaginosis): Predominantly Gardnerella and/or Mobiluncus morphotypes. Few or absent Lactobacilli.(Refer: Novak's Textbook of Gynaecology, 23rd edition)
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