Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.

It is the most common curable sexual infection in the USA, estimated to affect over 2 million people a year. Individuals who have been diagnosed with trichomoniasis previously have a 20% chance of getting it again within a few months of initial diagnosis. Anyone who has a sexual partner with known trichomoniasis should be tested with a trich test, and any individual who has had unprotected sexual contact with a sex partner whose sexual health status is unknown should consider taking a trichomoniasis urine test.

This test will tell you whether or not you have a trichomoniasis infection within >99% accuracy.

How to test for trichomoniasis

Wondering how to test for trich? As with all Everlywell tests, our trichomoniasis home test is delivered in discreet packaging and taken in the privacy of your own home. Once you return your test sample to our lab and your sample is processed, you'll be notified via email when your results are ready. You will then be able to access your results through an easy-to-understand report on our secure online platform.

The Trichomoniasis Test for men and women checks whether or not you test positive for a trichomoniasis infection. In the event that your test results are abnormal, a board-certified physician in your state will contact you at no additional cost to discuss your particular case and prescribe medication where applicable.

In rare cases you may not receive a definitive result because of early infection or inadequate sampling, and repeat testing is recommended. Don’t take a chance on your sexual health. Know where you stand with our at-home Trichomoniasis Test.

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted infection (STI, also called an STD) caused by Trichomonas vaginalis. Trichomonas vaginalis, or TV, is a microscopic parasite called a protozoan that lives in moist environments in the human body, such as the genitourinary tract. If you have had sexual intercourse with an infected person without a barrier method such as a condom, you may be at risk of contracting this infection.

An untreated trichomoniasis infection can last for weeks, months, or even years. This infection is very unlikely to go away on its own.

Vaginal trichomoniasis symptoms in women can include a yellow or green vaginal discharge, pain during sexual intercourse, painful urination, or vulval itching. Trichomoniasis often has no penile symptoms. Men who do have symptoms often experience inflammation of the urethra, which can result in pain while urinating.

Pregnant women who are infected with trichomoniasis are more likely to have a preterm delivery and deliver a low birth weight newborn.

How is trichomoniasis treated?

A trichomonas infection is treated with antibiotic medications like metronidazole or tinidazole–only a healthcare provider can prescribe the appropriate medication based on specific patient results and medical history.

Note: If you get a positive result on this test, our independent physician network partner will contact you to schedule a consultation at no additional cost, so you can discuss your results with a board-certified physician in your state. When appropriate, and at the physician’s discretion, you may be offered a prescription for antibiotic medication.

• Understanding Trichomoniasis - Symptoms
• Trichomoniasis - CDC Fact Sheet